No-Bake Sugar Plums

Mirj's Note:

My kids love to make these cookies, and they make wonderful gifts! A great cookie for vegans or people who are lactose-intolerant.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 36 cookies

• ½ cup dried apricot
• ¼ cup dried figs or ¼ cup dates
• ½ cup chopped pecans
• ¼ cup golden raisin
• ¼ cup flaked coconut
• 3 tablespoons orange liqueur or 3 tablespoons orange juice
• ¼ teaspoon almond extract
• ¼ cup granulated sugar

Directions:

1. In a food processor or by hand, finely chop apricots, pecans, figs or dates, raisins and coconut.
2. Add liqueur or orange juice and almond flavoring.
3. Stir until well blended.
4. Roll into 36 balls, about 1-inch, by placing a small amount of the mixture between the palms of your hands.
5. Roll each ball in granulated sugar.
6. Layer in an airtight container, placing waxed paper or plastic wrap between each layer to prevent sticking.
7. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
8. Serve on a glass plate lined with a paper doily.

Reviews

[Anemone]

A wonderful, unique addition to a dainty platter. Easy to make, and fun for kids to help with. Five stars all the way.

[Prose]

These were perfect for the holidays: easy to make, yummy, and healthy. They will definitely become a holiday tradition for us. I used dates and fresh squeezed orange juice, and replaced the raisins with dried cranberries. Thanks for posting!

[gemini08]

These are wonderful little gems! I used orange marmalade instead of the OJ and skipped the raisins. This is a new holiday favorite! Thanks, Mirj