Spanish fig & almond balls
“Discover the joy of making Spanish fig & almond balls at home. This 45-minute spanish recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.”
🤖 Why This Recipe Matches Your Mood
Discover the joy of making Spanish fig & almond balls at home. This 45-minute spanish recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
This Spanish fig & almond balls brings the passion of Spanish cuisine to your table. From tapas bars in Barcelona to family kitchens in Andalusia, Spanish cooking celebrates bold flavors and convivial dining.
Spanish food is meant to be shared, savored slowly, and enjoyed with good company.
📋 Spanish fig & almond balls
📝 Ingredients
- •100g Almonds
- •500g Figs
- •85g Dried Apricots
- •50g Dried cranberries
- •1 tablespoon Brandy
- •1 tblsp Clear Honey
- •1 teaspoon Cloves
- •100g Sesame Seed
👨🍳 Instructions
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step 1
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Whizz the almonds in a food processor until most are finely chopped, then tip into a large bowl. Roughly chop the figs, then whizz to a smooth sticky paste. Scrape onto the almonds then, using your hands, mix together well with the dried fruit, brandy, honey and cloves.
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step 2
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Divide the mixture into 6 and roll into balls. Tip the sesame seeds onto a tray, then roll the balls in them until covered. Cover the tray loosely with a clean tea towel, then leave the fig balls to dry for a week before packaging. Will keep in a cool place for 2 months.
💡 Why This Recipe?
Discover the joy of making Spanish fig & almond balls at home. This 45-minute spanish recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
⭐ Pro Tips
- 1Read the entire recipe before starting to avoid surprises
- 2Prep all ingredients before cooking (mise en place) for a smoother experience
- 3For best results, use fresh, high-quality Almonds
- 4Taste as you go and adjust seasonings to your preference
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