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Sugar Plums: Quick No-Bake Treats for Holiday Cheer

Sugar Plums Recipe: Quick No-Bake Holiday Treats to Enjoy

Sugar Plums: Quick No-Bake Treats for Holiday Cheer are delightful, sweet bites combining dried fruits and nuts, perfect for festive celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dried Fruits and Nuts
  • 1 cup Prunes
  • 1 cup Dried Apricots or Dates
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1 cup Toasted Almonds
  • 1 cup Toasted Pecans
Flavoring Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Jam
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cloves
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
Coating
  • 1/2 cup Coarse Sugar

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Parchment Paper
  • Tray

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine prunes, dried apricots or dates, dried cranberries, toasted almonds, toasted pecans, cherry jam, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, cardamom, and salt in a food processor.
  2. Pulse until mixture is finely chopped and well blended.
  3. Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Roll each ball in coarse sugar to coat.
  5. Place finished balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 2g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different dried fruits or add a splash of rum or almond extract for enhanced flavor.

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