Almond-Pecan Date Truffles
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + chilling
YIELD: 1-1/2 dozen.
My daughter and I came across a date candy recipe when she was learning about ancient Egypt. We changed some of the spices and nuts to suit our taste. My dad was a beekeeper and Mom always made a coconut date ball for Christmas. The truffles remind me of past Christmases and are ideal for something quick yet festive on a holiday tray. —Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia
Ingredients
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1/3 cup apple juice
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1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
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1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
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1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 cup ground almonds, toasted
Directions
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1.
In a microwave, warm apple juice. Stir in dates; let stand 5 minutes to soften, stirring occasionally. Remove dates from apple juice; discard liquid. Transfer dates to the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment; process until smooth. Add pecans and spices; pulse just until combined (mixture will be thick).
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2.
Shape mixture into 1-in. balls; place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate, covered, 30-60 minutes.
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3.
Roll date balls in almonds.
Nutrition Facts
1 date ball: 109 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
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