Pugliese-style Stuffed Cherries

Pugliese-style Stuffed Cherries are a delightful and traditional dessert from the Puglia region of Italy. These sweet and tangy cherries are stuffed with a creamy filling, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.

Pugliese-style Stuffed Cherries

Ingredients

  • 20 fresh cherries, pitted
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
  2. Gently stuff each pitted cherry with the ricotta mixture.
  3. Sprinkle the stuffed cherries with chopped pistachios.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
2g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Small bowl Cherry pitter Knife Chopping board

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pugliese-style Stuffed Cherries as a sweet ending to a traditional Italian meal or as a light and refreshing dessert on a warm summer day.

Tips & tricks

For an extra special touch, drizzle the stuffed cherries with a little extra honey before serving.

Cost

$8