Ricotta Stuffed Dates
Ricotta Stuffed Dates with Spicy Honey are an easy to make sweet and salty appetizer that's a must for the holidays!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dates, medjool dates, ricotta, stuffed dates
Servings: 12 servings
Stuffed Dates
- 12 medjool dates, pitted
- 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons shelled salted pistachios, chopped
Spicy Honey
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Pinch of salt
- 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Add the ricotta to a food processor along with 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, salt, pepper, and the rosemary. Purée for 10-20 second until smooth. If you don't have or want to use a food processor, add the ingredients to a bowl and stir together until combined.
Stuff the dates with about a teaspoon or so of the ricotta filling. Be sure they are well stuffed.
In a small microwave safe bowl, add the honey and 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne depending on how spicy you want it. Microwave for 20-30 seconds, stir to combine, and then let it infuse for 5-10 minutes.
Just before serving, top the stuffed dates with the chopped pistachios and drizzle with the honey. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and extra chopped rosemary if desired.
Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 16mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g