Sugar Plums
Sugar plums are a classic holiday treat that are surprisingly easy to make. These sweet and nutty confections are perfect for gifting or enjoying as a festive snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried plums
- 1 cup almonds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the dried plums and almonds. Pulse until finely chopped.
- Add the honey, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture comes together and forms a sticky dough.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the sugar plums for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Once chilled, the sugar plums are ready to be enjoyed or gifted.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 6g
- Protein
- 2g
Supplies
Baking sheet Parchment paper
Tools
Food processor
Serving suggestions
Serve sugar plums with a cup of hot cocoa for a cozy holiday treat.
Tips & tricks
For a festive touch, roll the sugar plums in extra powdered sugar before serving or gifting.
Cost
$10