Sugarplums
Makes 20-24 sugarplums|
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 4 ounces dried figs
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons honey
- grated zest from 1 orange (1 tablespoon)
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Directions
- In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds to bring out their flavor. Remove from heat; cool.
- Combine the figs, cocoa, cinnamon, and almonds in a food processor, pulsing until peppercorn-size balls form. Add the honey, orange zest, and almond extract. Pulse 3 or 4 times more until well mixed.
- Spread the sugar in a shallow dish. Form the sugarplums into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 59
- Calcium 15mg
- Carbohydrate 12g
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Fat 1g
- Fiber 1g
- Iron 0mg
- Protein 1mg
- Sat Fat 0g
- Sodium 1mg
What does this mean? See
Nutrition 101
.
Quick Tip
Pat washed fruits and veggies dry before bagging them for storage. Damp items spoil quickly.
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