Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates
These Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates are a delightful St. Patrick’s Day treat that combines creamy ricotta, sweet honey, and crunchy pistachios for a perfect bite-sized dessert. Easy to prepare and elegant to serve, they make a festive and delicious snack or party appetizer.
- Author: Isla
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 stuffed dates 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-cook, Assembly
- Cuisine: Irish-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dates
Ricotta Filling
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- Prepare the Dates: Slice each Medjool date lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Remove the pits and gently open them up for stuffing.
- Make the Ricotta Filling: In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
- Stuff the Dates: Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each date with the ricotta mixture.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped pistachios over the top of the stuffed dates. Drizzle with extra honey for added sweetness.
Notes
- Use Medjool dates for their soft texture and natural sweetness.
- Adjust the amount of honey to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet filling.
- For a vegan version, substitute ricotta with a plant-based cheese or coconut cream.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: St. Patrick's Day dessert, stuffed dates, ricotta cheese dessert, honey pistachio snack, easy no bake dessert, holiday treat