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5* Date and Almond Truffles

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5* Date and Almond Truffles

Cooking Light - April 2011 - Allison Fishman,
Reviews rate this recipe 5 Stars!
18 servings (serving size: 2 truffles)
Prep: 35 Minutes

This dessert is for those at the table who want just a little something sweet. Store truffles in an airtight container for up to five days.

Ingredients:
2-1/2 cups whole pitted dates
2 cups slivered blanched almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup flaked unsweetened coconut, toasted

Preparation:
1. Place first 5 ingredients in a food processor. Process 45 seconds, scraping down sides as needed, or until mixture forms a thick paste.

2. Place coconut in a shallow bowl. Shape the almond mixture into 36 (1-inch) balls. Roll balls in toasted coconut.

2 truffles equal: Calories 158; Fat 9.1 g (Satfat 3 g, Monofat 4 g, Polyfat 1.6 g); Protein 3.3 g; Carbohydrate 19 g; Fiber 3.6 g; Cholesterol 0.0 mg; Sodium 15 mg