Sugar Plums
Indulge in the timeless charm of Sugar Plums, a no-bake treat that's as festive as it is wholesome. This quick and easy recipe blends naturally sweet dried plums, apricots, and figs with the rich nuttiness of almonds and walnuts, all brought together with a touch of honey and fragrant spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Each sugar plum is hand-rolled into a bite-sized ball and optionally dusted with powdered sugar for a glistening, holiday-ready finish. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, these elegant confections are perfect for holiday gatherings, edible gifts, or anytime snacking. Plus, they're naturally gluten-free and can be stored for up to two weeks, making them as practical as they are delightful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried plums (prunes)
- 0.5 cup Dried apricots
- 0.5 cup Dried figs
- 0.5 cup Raw almonds
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for coating)
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the dried plums (prunes), dried apricots, and dried figs. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped and begins to clump together.
Add the almonds and walnuts to the food processor. Pulse a few more times until the nuts are coarsely chopped and incorporated into the fruit mixture.
Add the honey, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture forms a sticky, cohesive dough.
Using clean hands, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture to form approximately 20 sugar plums.
If desired, roll each sugar plum in powdered sugar to coat lightly. This adds extra sweetness and a festive appearance.
Place the sugar plums on a plate or in an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
583 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.1 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 874 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
