Tumr Bel Nargine (Coconut Dates)

Annacia's Note:

A completely delightful Persian sweet. So simple that you can let the kids help.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 40 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 1/2 lbs soft dates (for mixing)
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
• 2 cups grated coconut
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 3/4 lb almonds
• 1/2 cup water

Directions:

1. Blanch, peel (or use already blanched) and then fry the almonds in oil until golden brown, place on paper towels to drain.
2. In a pan, melt the butter, add pitted dates and stir well over low heat; dates should not stick to the sides of the pan.
3. Remove from stove top; add the cardamom and leave to cool.
4. Take small piece of date dough, place an almond in the center and roll into a finger shape.
5. Repeat using all of the date dough.
6. Roll each date finger in the coconut and arrange on a serving dish.

Reviews

[Sydney Mike]

Used Medjool dates & enjoyed making these tasty little bites! A bit more messy than just slapping a nut inside a sliced date, but very delicious, for sure! I did make half of them with sweetened coconut & the other half with the unsweetened kind, & must say that I liked the sweeter ones more, although that's probably just my sweet tooth talking! [Tagged & made in Please Review My Recipe]