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.
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
- Use dark chocolate chips instead of melted cake for a richer flavor.
- Swap out corn flakes for crispy rice cereal for added crunch.
- Add a splash of orange zest or cinnamon for a festive twist.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Great as a gluten-free option if using certified GF corn flakes.
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
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