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Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed

Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates for a Sweet Surprise

Delightful Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed dates combining creamy ricotta and sweet honey, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 dates
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Well-drained for best texture
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup is a vegan alternative
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure extract preferred
Dates
  • 20 pieces Pitted Dates Choose soft, plump varieties
Topping
  • 1/2 cup Pistachios Chopped and toasted for flavor
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Optional; can substitute with nutmeg or cardamom

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Teaspoon or Piping Bag
  • Chopping Board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by carefully slicing each pitted date lengthwise to create a pocket.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, honey, and vanilla extract.
  3. Take a teaspoon or piping bag and fill each date pocket with the ricotta mixture.
  4. Chop toasted pistachios and sprinkle over the filled dates.
  5. Drizzle more honey over the stuffed dates for extra sweetness.
  6. Chill for about an hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dateCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the uncooked stuffed dates for up to 2 months.

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