Visions of Sugarplums

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Visions of Sugarplums

 

Have you always wondered what sugarplums are? They are

sugary and, originally, did contain green plums (or

black figs). In Portugal, where some say they

originated, these fruits were boiled and reboiled in

sugar syrups until the mixture became candied.

Nowadays, the term usually refers to many kinds of

confection made from dried fruit and rolled into small

balls. They can be served in a small bowl or placed in

small fluted paper cups.

 

Create your own dreamy treats with the following

recipe. If you're making them for adults, try the

spirited version; otherwise, use orange juice as the

liquid.

 

Preparation time: 10 minutes

 

Yield: Thirty-six 1-inch sugarplums

 

Ingredients and directions:

 

1/2 cup finely chopped dried figs

 

1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

 

1/4 cup finely chopped dates

 

1/4 cup finely chopped dried cherries

 

1/4 cup finely chopped golden raisins

 

1/4 cup unsweetened grated coconut

 

2 tablespoons rum, orange liqueur, or orange juice

 

1 cup confectioners sugar (approximately)

 

The various fruits and nuts should be uniform in size.

Place the dried fruits, nuts, coconut, and liquid in a

bowl, and mix together thoroughly by hand or with a

wooden spoon. Roll into 1-inch balls, lightly

compressing the mixture so that it sticks together.

Roll the balls in confectioners sugar and place in

small fluted paper cups, if desired. A nice touch is

to roll the ball so that half of it is covered in

sugar and half is plain. Place in airtight container

and refrigerate for up to one month.

 

 

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Language is an expression of thought. Everytime you speak, your mind is on

Parade Exodus 20:8-11 & Hebrews 4:9

 

 

 

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