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Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates


  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 stuffed dates 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in a heavenly treat with our Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates. These luscious bites combine the natural sweetness of Medjool dates with a rich filling made from ricotta cheese, honey, and crushed pistachios. Perfect as a gourmet appetizer or dessert, they are packed with flavor and nutrients!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 Medjool dates
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 cup crushed pistachios
  • Pinch of salt
  • Extra whole pistachios for garnish
  • Drizzle of honey for serving

Instructions

  1. Gently rinse Medjool dates under cold water and slice them lengthwise to remove the pit.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, honey, crushed pistachios, and a pinch of salt, stirring until well-combined.
  3. Fill each date with the ricotta mixture, allowing some filling to peek out.
  4. Garnish filled dates with extra pistachios and drizzle honey on top before serving.

Notes

  • Store any leftover stuffed dates in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
  • For a gourmet presentation, decorate with fresh mint leaves.
  • Experiment with different types of nuts for various flavor profiles.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
  • Calories: 100 Kcal
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg