| Servings: | 16 |
| Author Notes: | Variations of these delectable sugared fruits have been around for generations - remember the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker ballet and the visions of sugar plums from the classic "Twas the Night Before Christmas." Now you can make your own! |
| Ingredients: |
1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup pecans 1/3 cup angel flaked coconut 1/4 cup golden raisins 1/4 cup dried apples 2 tablespoons any fruit liqueur confectioner's sugar |
| Instructions: |
Makes About 32 Sugar plums In a food processor fitted with a steel blade, finely chop the apricots, pecans, coconut, raisins, and dried apples. With the motor running, add the desired liqueur and blend the mixture for 5 seconds. Form the mixture into 3/4 inch balls, pressing each candy firmly into shape. Sift confectioner's sugar into a bowl and roll the sugar plums in the sugar to coat them evenly. Store in an airtight container. They can be kept for up to 2 weeks at room temperature or can be frozen for several months. |
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