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Sugar Plums

A sweet, slightly spiced treat that brings joy and comfort during the holiday season.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Dried Fruits
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruits (apricots, figs, dates) Use plump and fragrant fruits.
Nuts
  • 1/2 cup almonds or walnuts Opt for unsalted varieties.
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Freshly ground spices offer the best aroma.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Sweetener
  • 1/4 cup honey Use raw honey for added health benefits.
Coating
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar For rolling the sugar plums.

Method
 

Prepare Your Ingredients
  1. Gather all your dried fruits and nuts on a clean cutting board. Chop them roughly until they resemble tiny pieces of happiness.
Mix It Up
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped dried fruits and nuts with cinnamon and nutmeg.
Add Sweetness
  1. Drizzle in honey over your mixture while stirring until everything is well coated.
Shape Into Balls
  1. Roll small amounts of the mixture into bite-sized balls, aiming for golf ball size.
Sugar Coating Time!
  1. Roll each ball in granulated sugar until they’re completely coated.
Chill & Serve
  1. Place your sugar plums on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Sugar plums are not just for the holidays; they are delightful bites year-round.

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