Ricotta Pistachio Honey Bites (Print Version)

Delicate bites featuring creamy ricotta, ground pistachios and a honey drizzle - ready in just 35 minutes!

# Ingredients:

→ Base ingredients

01 - 190g all-purpose flour
02 - 60g almond flour
03 - 60g shelled pistachios, finely ground
04 - 120g unsalted butter, softened
05 - 100g granulated sugar
06 - 120g ricotta cheese
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
09 - ½ tsp almond extract (optional)
10 - ½ tsp baking powder
11 - ¼ tsp salt

→ Toppings

12 - 60ml honey (for drizzling)
13 - Additional chopped pistachios (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add ricotta, egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, if using. Mix until smooth. Gradually add all-purpose flour, almond flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
03 - Roll 1 tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls. Place them on the baking sheet, ensuring space between each piece.
04 - Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the bites cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
05 - While still warm, drizzle honey over each bite and sprinkle with additional chopped pistachios, if desired.
06 - Transfer the bites to a cooling rack and let them cool completely. Serve at room temperature.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For a richer flavor, use high-quality ricotta cheese.
02 - These bites can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.