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Holiday Nuggets
Holiday Nuggets are a delightful no-bake treat made with dried fruits, crushed corn flakes, honey, and melted chocolate. These chewy, sweet bites are perfect for festive gatherings and holiday cookie exchanges. Their combination of wholesome fruits and crispy textures makes them an old-fashioned favorite. Easy to make and freezer-friendly, they offer a nostalgic, homemade feel with just the right hint of natural sweetness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 nuggets
Calories 59 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup prunes (dried & pitted )
  • 1 ¼ cup apricots (dried )
  • ¼ cup figs (dried )
  • ¼ cup dates (pitted )
  • ⅓ cup corn flakes (crushed )
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 ½ oz chocolate cake (melted, or semisweet chocolate)

Optional:

  • Coconut or nuts for rolling ( or nuts for rolling)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Soften Fruits

  • Let prunes and apricots stand in boiling water for 5 minutes.
  • Drain well.

Step 2: Chop and Mix

  • Finely chop prunes, apricots, figs, and dates.
  • Add to a bowl and blend with crushed corn flakes.

Step 3: Add Sweeteners

  • Blend in honey and melted chocolate.
  • Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.

Step 4: Form Nuggets

  • Butter hands.
  • Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.

Step 5: Coat and Chill

  • Roll balls in coconut or crushed nuts if desired.
  • Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Roll nuggets in toasted coconut, chopped nuts, or crushed cornflakes for different coatings.
  • Replace prunes with raisins or dried cherries for a brighter flavor.
  • Add a splash of orange juice when blending the fruit for a citrus note.
  • Mix in ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for added warmth.
  • Use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet for a richer taste.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to lean into holiday flavors.
  • Shape mixture into bars or pressed squares instead of balls.
  • Dip finished nuggets completely in melted chocolate for a candy-style coating.
  • For firmer nuggets, refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 40mgPotassium: 126mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 319IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
Keyword family recipe, fruit candy, holiday treats, homemade candy, no bake dessert, retro sweets, vintage recipe
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