Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites
These delightful Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites combine creamy ricotta with crunchy pistachios and sweet honey, making for a perfect snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup crushed pistachios
- 3 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs Can be substituted with gluten-free breadcrumbs
- Neutral oil for frying Use for frying the bites
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, crushed pistachios, honey, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
- Chill mixture for 15–20 minutes until firm enough to handle.
- Scoop and roll the mixture into about 14 small balls.
- Coat each ball in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and roll in breadcrumbs.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the balls in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Drizzle with honey before serving.
Notes
You can prepare the mixture ahead of time and chill it. Form and fry them when you’re ready to serve. If you swap out the flour and breadcrumbs for gluten-free alternatives, they can be made gluten-free.