Date And Pecan Candy
Rich and chewy date and pecan candy with sweet cherries, perfect for satisfying sweet tooth cravings or gifting during holidays. A delightful treat for all ages.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a heavy saucepan, mix the sugar and milk together.
- Bring to a boil. Add candied cherries and chopped dates.
- Continue to cook slowly until a firm ball is formed when a small amount of the candy is dropped into cold water.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter.
- Set the pan in a larger pan of cold water until mixture is almost cold. Beat until creamy and thick.
- Add chopped pecans.
- Spoon the thick mixture onto a clean, slightly damp cloth.
- Form into a long roll, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter.
- With the mixture still wrapped in the cloth, refrigerate until firm enough to slice.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
595
kcal
30% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).