Description
Whipped Ricotta with Honey and Pistachios is a creamy, sweet, and nutty dish that offers a simple yet elegant treat perfect for snacks or appetizers. Featuring whipped fresh ricotta cheese blended with natural honey and topped with toasted pistachios, this recipe delivers a delightful texture and balanced flavors in under 10 minutes, making it a versatile and nutritious addition to any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup pistachios, toasted and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure out fresh ricotta cheese, honey, and pistachios. Toast the pistachios lightly in a dry pan over medium heat until aromatic, then chop them roughly for texture.
- Whip the Ricotta: Place the ricotta in a mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or a whisk, beat the ricotta until it becomes smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt gently into the whipped ricotta. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the texture is creamy and light.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the whipped ricotta to a serving dish. Sprinkle the toasted pistachios evenly over the top and finish with a drizzle of honey and optional lemon zest for brightness.
Notes
- Use fresh ricotta for the creamiest texture and best whipping results.
- Toast pistachios gently and monitor closely to prevent burning.
- Let ricotta and honey come to room temperature before mixing to ease whipping.
- Whip just until fluffy to maintain light texture without becoming runny.
- Adjust the amount of honey to match your preferred sweetness level.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: whipped ricotta, honey, pistachios, appetizer, snack, creamy, sweet, nutty, easy recipe