NO-BAKE SUGAR PLUMS
My kids love to make these cookies, and they make wonderful gifts! A great cookie for vegans or people who are lactose-intolerant.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 36 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a food processor or by hand, finely chop apricots, pecans, figs or dates, raisins and coconut.
- Add liqueur or orange juice and almond flavoring.
- Stir until well blended.
- Roll into 36 balls, about 1-inch, by placing a small amount of the mixture between the palms of your hands.
- Roll each ball in granulated sugar.
- Layer in an airtight container, placing waxed paper or plastic wrap between each layer to prevent sticking.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Serve on a glass plate lined with a paper doily.
SUGARPLUMS
When our kids read about sugarplums in a holiday tale, they were intrigued...and so was I! In short order, I figured out a no-bake way to make the sweets from dried fruits and nuts.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield about 8 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the raisins, plums, mixed fruit and pecans. Cover and process until chopped. Transfer to a large bowl., Roll into 1-in. balls, then roll in sugar. Place on waxed paper and let stand at room temperature for 4 hours. Store in an airtight container. Roll in additional sugar before serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SUGAR PLUMS
While working as a secretary in a library, I got a request from someone looking for a sugar plum recipe. I searched high and low but eventually stumbled upon this version in a local publication.-Virginia Barber, Waynesville, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat eggs for 1 minute. Gradually add 1 cup sugar; beat 1 minute longer or until thickened. Stir in the almonds, coconut, dates and extracts. Transfer to an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish., Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until browned and a thermometer reads 160°. Remove from the oven; stir. Let stand for 6-8 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Roll into 1-in. balls; roll in remaining sugar. Cool completely on waxed paper. Store in an airtight container.
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