ANCIENT EGYPTIAN DATE CANDY

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I take no credit for this recipe whatsoever. It was found on a tomb wall in Egypt during an archaeological dig. All I did was adapt the instructions to read a little easier; steps and ingredients are the originals. It is a yummy candy and I just had to share the recipe. If you like dates or figs, you'll love it!

Provided by Michelle Grooms

Categories     Candies

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 c fresh dates
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground cardamom
2 c almonds, chopped
confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the dates and a little bit of water in the food processor to a thick paste. Add the cinnamon and cardamom and mix well. In a pie plate or similar flat dish, spread one cup of ground almonds into a layer. Sprinkle a light layer of confectioner's sugar over the almonds. Spread the date mixture over the top, being careful not to disturb the almond layer underneath. Sprinkle another light layer of confectioner's sugar over the date paste. Top with the rest of the ground almonds, pressing lightly into the pan. Keep in the refrigerator to prevent it from spoiling and to keep it from being too sticky. Cut into small pieces.

Md Shaalam
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This is a great recipe for a healthy snack or dessert. It's also a good way to use up leftover dates.


Bimal Xettri
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I'm not a big fan of dates, but I really enjoyed this candy. The spices really help to balance out the sweetness of the dates.


Huriya Awan
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This date candy is a great make-ahead snack. I like to make a batch on the weekend and then have it on hand throughout the week.


Adrina
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I've made this date candy several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth without feeling guilty.


Tshepiso Mosito
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it. The date candy is so delicious!


Raita Rai
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my date candy turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked it.


Bubu Sparta
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I love that this recipe is vegan and gluten-free. It's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.


Bishwjit Rudra
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make and it looks very impressive.


sandile Gumede
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I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients for this recipe, but it was worth the effort. The date candy turned out great!


Salman Aminat
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This date candy is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for people who have a sweet tooth.


Andrea Parker
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I've never had date candy before, but I'm definitely a fan now. It's so delicious and satisfying.


Juan Justine
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I made this candy for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Hs habib Hossain
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This is a great recipe for a healthy snack or dessert. It's also a good way to use up leftover dates.


Irene Kakai
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I'm not a huge fan of dates, but I really enjoyed this candy. The spices really help to balance out the sweetness of the dates.


Saloden Khan
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This date candy is so easy to make! I had it ready in under 30 minutes.


James Aubrey
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I love the combination of dates, nuts, and spices in this recipe. It's a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy.


Hstjd Hsiye6
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This ancient Egyptian date candy is a delightful treat that's easy to make and full of flavor. The dates provide a natural sweetness, while the nuts and spices add a delicious depth of flavor.