Easy Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites (Printable Version)

Creamy ricotta, honey, and pistachios in delightful bites perfect for snacking or entertaining. #ricotta #pistachio #honey

# Ingredients:

→ Ricotta Base

01 - 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese, drained if excess liquid remains
02 - 2 tablespoons honey, plus additional for finishing drizzle
03 - Pinch of salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

→ Assembly

06 - 1/3 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
07 - 12 mini phyllo shells or small crackers (optional)

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
02 - Coarsely chop shelled pistachios into small pieces and set aside.
03 - Spoon the ricotta mixture evenly into mini phyllo shells or onto small crackers, or form small bite-sized patties on a serving plate.
04 - Sprinkle chopped pistachios over each bite and drizzle lightly with additional honey before serving.
05 - Enjoy chilled or at room temperature. Refrigerate up to several hours prior to serving if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Allowing the ricotta to drain ensures a creamy yet stable texture for easy assembly.