Sugarplums

Sugarplums
Need a gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian hor d'oeuvre? Sugarplums could be a super recipe to try. This recipe covers 1% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 24. One portion of this dish contains about 1g of protein, 1g of fat, and a total of 58 calories. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes. A mixture of slivered almonds, figs, ground cinnamon, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful.

Instructions

1
In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds to bring out their flavor.
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2
Remove from heat; cool.
3
Combine the figs, cocoa, cinnamon, and almonds in a food processor, pulsing until peppercorn-size balls form.
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4
Add the honey, orange zest, and almond extract. Pulse 3 or 4 times more until well mixed.
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5
Spread the sugar in a shallow dish. Form the sugarplums into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings24
Health Score1
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