‘Fall’ing for a nutty treat

Here’s a sweet recipe for nut lovers, perfect for snacking on or for a picnic in a park.

Pecans are one of my favorites. They have a distinct flavor and can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. Here’s a sweet recipe for nut lovers, perfect for snacking on or for a picnic in a park.

Spiced pecan truffles 

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Mejdool dates, pitted 
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tablespoons ghee 
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1⁄2 cups candied pecans, powdered
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
  • 2 cups cereal (Honey Bunches of Oats With Almonds), powdered 

Directions:

  1. In a food processor, turn the pecans into a powder. Add cereal, black pepper, salt and cinnamon, pulsing the mixture a few times. Transfer it to a bowl and set aside, reserving 1⁄4 cup in a separate bowl. 
  2. In the same processor, turn the dates and ghee into a paste. 
  3. Add the pecan cereal mixture and vanilla paste and pulse until well-combined. 
  4. Make small balls out of this mixture and roll them in the reserved 1⁄4 cup pecan cereal. Give them another roll and they’re ready to enjoy. 

For more, particularly on Rajni’s new classes in South Indian cooking for beginners, visit creativerajni.com or call 914-255-2574.

 

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