Simple yet Elegant Babylonian Apricot Jewels

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 3

Delicious and Elegant Babylonian Apricot Jewels Recipe

Simple yet Elegant Babylonian Apricot Jewels

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

40 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

18g

Fat

15g

Babylonian Apricot Jewels are a traditional Middle Eastern dessert that is easy to make and visually stunning. These sweet and nutty treats resemble little jewels that are perfect for impressing your guests at any dinner party. The soft dried apricots are stuffed with a creamy mixture of cashew and raisin, which is then dredged with powdered sugar to create a crystal-like appearance. This recipe uses white wine to give a subtle fruity flavor to the apricots, while the lemon zest adds a refreshing tang to the creamy filling. Serve these Babylonian Apricot Jewels as a dessert or snack at your next gathering and watch them disappear quickly!

Instructions

1.	Soak the dried apricots in white wine for 30 minutes, then drain them well.
2.	In a bowl, mix finely ground cashews, raisins and lemon zest well.
3.	Add cream cheese and powdered sugar (if using) to the mixture and stir until well combined.
4.	Form small balls with the mixture and stuff each ball inside a dried apricot. Press lightly to close the apricot and mold it into a jewel shape.
5.	Dredge the apricot jewels with powdered sugar.
6.	Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving and enjoy!

PROS

These Babylonian Apricot Jewels are easy to make and visually stunning.

They are perfect as a dessert or as a snack, and can be enjoyed by both adults and children alike.

CONS

Dried apricots can be quite sticky and tough to work with, so the preparation for these jewels can be a bit tedious.

Moreover, they are high in sugar and calories, so it is best to enjoy them in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dried apricots are a good source of dietary fiber and contain essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, potassium and iron.
Cashews are also rich in vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, copper, and vitamin K.
However, these jewels should be consumed in moderation as they have high sugar content.

	32 dried apricots
	4 ounces finely ground cashews
	2 ounces raisins
	1/4 cup white wine
	1 lemon , zest of
	8 ounces cream cheese
	1/2 cup powdered sugar ( optional )
	powdered sugar ( for dredging )