Ingredients
- Dried fruits (such as figs, dates, or apricots)
- Nut variety (such as pecans or almonds)
- Spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt)
- Natural sweeteners (like honey or maple syrup)
- Coating (such as shredded coconut or powdered sugar)
Instructions
- Prep your workspace. Gather all your ingredients and tools—food processor, mixing bowls, and cookie sheets.
- Chop the dried fruits into smaller chunks.
- In a food processor, pulse together the nuts, spices, and salt until finely ground.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground nut mixture with the chopped dried fruits and sweetener. Mix until slightly sticky.
- Wet your hands and scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture to roll into a ball.
- Place each sugarplum onto a parchment-lined tray.
- Roll the sugarplums in shredded coconut or powdered sugar if desired.
- Chill the tray in the refrigerator for at least an hour, then store in an airtight container.
Notes
Adjust nuts and sweeteners to your personal taste and dietary needs. These treats can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian