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Spanish Fig & Almond Balls

Name: Spanish Fig & Almond Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 100g Almonds; 500g Figs; 85g Dried Apricots; 50g Dried cranberries; 1 tablespoon Brandy; 1 tblsp Clear Honey; 1 teaspoon Cloves; 100g Sesame Seed

Spanish Fig & Almond Balls is a classic Spanish dessert that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully baked or prepared featuring Almonds, Figs, Dried Apricots, Dried cranberries, Brandy, Clear Honey, Cloves and Sesame Seed, the components balance delicate sweetness and satisfying texture.

Enjoy warm or chilled alongside fresh vanilla custard, whipped cream, or a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea for a comforting finish to your meal.

If you enjoy authentic Spanish cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Chocolate Churros With Chocolate & Salted Caramel Sauce.

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Ingredients

Almonds100g
Figs500g
Dried Apricots85g
Dried cranberries50g
Brandy1 tablespoon
Clear Honey1 tblsp
Cloves1 teaspoon
Sesame Seed100g

Step-by-Step Instructions

7 steps

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Step 1

Whizz the almonds in a food processor until most are finely chopped, then tip into a large bowl.

Step 2🔪 Prep

Roughly chop the figs, then whizz to a smooth sticky paste.

Step 3🥄 Mix

Scrape onto the almonds then, using your hands, mix together well with the dried fruit, brandy, honey and cloves.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 6 and roll into balls.

Step 5

Tip the sesame seeds onto a tray, then roll the balls in them until covered.

Step 6

Cover the tray loosely with a clean tea towel, then leave the fig balls to dry for a week before packaging.

Step 7

Will keep in a cool place for 2 months.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Spanish Fig & Almond Balls reflects the timeless heritage of traditional Spanish home cooking, steeped in smoky pimentón, delicate saffron, and extra-virgin olive oil. Prepared for generations for family gatherings and celebrations, it represents the heart of regional culinary identity.

Dietary Substitutions

If you need to accommodate dietary restrictions, almonds can be substituted with an equivalent volume of seasonal vegetables, legumes, or a protein alternative of your preference.

Chef Technique Tips

Season in stages rather than all at once at the end. Salting components as they cook draws out excess moisture, intensifies natural sugars, and builds harmonious depth of flavor throughout the dish.

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