Honey Pistachio Ricotta Stuffed Dates for Parties
A no-cook, elegant Mediterranean appetizer combining Medjool dates with creamy ricotta, crunchy pistachios, and honey for a balanced sweet-savory bite. Quick to assemble and perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- Large Medjool dates, pitted
- Ricotta cheese, whole milk
- Honey, raw or clover
- Pistachios, roasted and chopped
- Cinnamon, ground
- Sea salt, flaky
Instructions
- Remove pits from dates, creating a pouch for stuffing
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, 1 tablespoon honey, a pinch of cinnamon, and a pinch of flaky sea salt
- Mix in chopped pistachios
- Refill date pouches with ricotta mixture, pressing firmly
- Drizzle remaining honey over stuffed dates before serving
Notes
For firmer dates, try brushing them with a bit of water before stuffing
Maple syrup is a non-bee substitute for sweetening
Use shelled pistachios for cleaner texture
Chop pistachios very finely for even distribution
Maple syrup is a non-bee substitute for sweetening
Use shelled pistachios for cleaner texture
Chop pistachios very finely for even distribution
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgSugar: 12g
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