THEME: Fruit and Nut Balls
Jamie R
Source: http://eatingwell.com
A no-bake, make-ahead treat, this perfect combination of fruit and
nuts is a nutritious and delicious mouthful. Rolling them in shredded
coconut gives them their festive look.
SERVES: 10
PREP TIME: 45 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 hour 30 min.
LEVEL: Moderate
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup pitted and snipped dates
2 large eggs, beaten
1/3 cup chopped pistachios, preferably unsalted
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon rum extract
3/4 cup shredded coconut
1. Combine sugar, cranberries, dates and eggs in a medium saucepan.
Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture
thickens, is pale yellow in color, registers at least 170�F on an
instant-read thermometer and when a spoon is pulled through it, it
leaves a clear trail. This will take 6 to 14 minutes, depending on
how hot your stove's "medium-low" setting is.
2. Remove from the heat; stir in pistachios, walnuts, pecans and rum
extract. Let stand until cool enough to handle, about 45 minutes.
3. With damp or lightly oiled hands, form the mixture into 1-inch
balls (about 1 generous teaspoon each). Roll each ball in coconut.
Place the finished balls on a baking sheet lined with wax paper and
store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information Per cookie Calories: 64 Carbohydrates: 9g Fat:
3g Saturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 1g Protein: 1g Cholesterol:
12mg Dietary Fiber: 1g Potassium: 49mg Sodium: 9mg SERVES: 10
PREP TIME: 45 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 hour 30 min.
LEVEL: Moderate MEETS THESE GUIDELINES: Low Calorie Low Carb Low Sat
Fat Low Cholesterol Low Sodium Heart Healthy
MAKE AHEAD TIP:
Place on wax paper; store in an airtight container in the
refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.