Name: Sugar Plum Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried plums; 1/2 cup dates (pitted); 1/2 cup walnuts; 1/2 cup pecans; 1/2 cup dried apricots; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup dried papaya (chopped); 2 Tbsp. raw honey; 1 tsp. orange zest; 1/4 tsp. cinnamon; 1/8 tsp. cardamom; 1/8 tsp. nutmeg; 1/8 tsp. orange extract; 4 Tbsp. sugar

Sugar plums are a delightful classic holiday treat that offer a naturally sweet, nutrient-packed alternative to traditional holiday desserts. Filled with dried fruits, nuts, warm spices and a hint of citrus, these desserts come together quickly and require no baking at all. Whether you’re making them as a holiday gift or simply enjoying a wholesome sweet snack, these sugar plums are as delightful to make as they are to eat.

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Sugar Plum Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 13

Calories 142 kcal

Author Oana Ennis

Ingredients

1/2 cup dried plums
1/2 cup dates pitted
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup pecans
1/2 cup dried apricots
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup dried papaya chopped
2 Tbsp. raw honey
1 tsp. orange zest
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp. cardamom
1/8 tsp. nutmeg
1/8 tsp. orange extract
4 Tbsp. sugar

Instructions

In a food processor, combine plums, dates, walnuts, pecans, apricots, cranberries and papaya. Pulse 1–2 minutes or until mixture is finely chopped and begins to clump together.
Add honey, orange zest, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg and orange extract. Process again until spices are fully incorporated and mixture forms a soft dough.
Using cookie scoop or small ice cream scoop, roll into balls about 1½ inches in diameter. (Note: If making ahead of time to store in freezer, arrange balls on parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze solid. Transfer to freezer-safe bags and store up to 3 months.)
Roll each ball in sugar, ensuring they are fully coated.
Store sugarplums in airtight container, placing in single layer or stacking with parchment paper between layers. Alternatively, place each sugarplum in mini paper cupcake liner.