Description
Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates are a delightful fusion of sweet and creamy flavors, featuring plump Medjool dates filled with a rich ricotta mixture and crunchy pistachios, all drizzled with honey. They’re perfect for parties or as a simple yet elegant dessert. Easy to make and visually stunning, these treats are sure to impress your guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Medjool dates
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped unsalted pistachios
- 1/4 cup honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse and dry the Medjool dates. Slice them lengthwise and remove the pits.
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, chopped pistachios, cinnamon (if using), and honey until well combined.
- Generously stuff each date with the ricotta mixture.
- Arrange the stuffed dates on a baking sheet and drizzle with more honey.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until warmed through and slightly golden.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg