PROS
Intensely flavourful and a lovely chewy texture.
CONS
High in sugar and calories.
HEALTH & BENEFITS
Dried fruits provide vitamins, antioxidants and fibre. Almonds are high in healthy fats, protein, fibre and vitamins.
Prep
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Very easyRating
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Loading...| 200 g luxury dried fruits ( a medley of raisins , currants , citrus peel , sultanas , apricots , figs , dates etc . ) | |
| 25 g ground almonds | |
| 2 tablespoons glace ginger , chopped | |
| 1 orange , zest of , grated medium | |
| 2 -3 teaspoons brandy or 2 -3 teaspoons orange juice | |
| 2 tablespoons caster sugar ( superfine sugar ) | |
| 1 teaspoon mixed spice ( or a mixture of ground cinnamon , ground nutmeg , ground cloves and allspice ) | |
| 12 pistachio nuts | |
| 3 red glace cherries |
Festive Sugar Plums are a deliciously spicy, fruity Christmas treat. Full of luxury dried fruit and warm spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, these sweetmeats are perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee on a cold winter's day. The combination of a chewy texture and crunchy pistachio nut makes each bite a burst of flavour. These treats are perfect for gifting and sharing with loved ones during the holidays.
| 1. | Soak the dried fruits overnight in the brandy or orange juice. |
| 2. | Put the fruit mixture in a food processor and pulse until it turns into a paste. |
| 3. | Mix in the ground almonds, mixed spice, ginger, orange zest and caster sugar. |
| 4. | Roll the paste into small balls. |
| 5. | Decorate each ball with a pistachio nut and a small piece of glace cherry. |
| 6. | Store in a cool dry place. Can be stored for up to a month. |
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