Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat ricotta cheese
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: extra honey for drizzling
- Optional: crushed pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- If ricotta is watery, strain it for 15–20 minutes to thicken.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, honey, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in half of the chopped pistachios.
- Scoop small portions and roll into bite-sized balls.
- If mixture is too soft, refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before shaping.
- Roll each ball in remaining pistachios to coat.
- Place on a serving plate and drizzle with honey if desired.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Straining ricotta improves texture and prevents runny mixture.
- Full-fat ricotta gives the best creamy consistency.
- Add citrus zest for a fresh flavor twist.
- Chill well for easier shaping and better texture.
- Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Let sit at room temperature briefly before serving if too firm.
- Avoid freezing to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
