Fruit and Spice Bonbons

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Fruit and Spice Bonbons
20 min.
20
117kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Fruit and Spice Bonbons, a perfect treat for anyone seeking a healthy yet satisfying snack. These little bites are not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but they also pack a punch of flavor and nutrition. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delicious bonbons that are sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine the sweet aroma of dried apricots, figs, and plums mingling with warm spices like cinnamon and allspice, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Each bonbon is a delightful combination of chewy fruit and aromatic spices, rolled into bite-sized balls that are perfect for any occasion—be it an antipasti platter, a starter, or a simple snack to enjoy throughout the day.

Not only are these bonbons a treat for your taste buds, but they also offer a guilt-free indulgence with only 117 calories per serving. The natural sweetness of the fruits is complemented by a touch of honey and a choice of rolling them in sugar, cocoa, or nuts, allowing you to customize each bite to your liking. Whether you choose to serve them at a gathering or keep them all to yourself, these Fruit and Spice Bonbons are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon allspice 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • cups apricots dried finely chopped
  • cups figs dried finely chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.3 cup ground pecans unsweetened chopped
  • cups plums dried red finely chopped
  • tablespoon cocoa unsweetened

Equipment

  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Mix the dried fruit and spices with your hands until well combined.
  2. Scoop 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball about 1/2 inch in diameter. Repeat until the entire mixture has been used.
  3. Roll the balls in the sugar, cocoa, or nuts (or skip this part, if serving plain), and place them in paper mini-muffin cups.
  4. Serve or store airtight at room temperature for up to a week.
  5. You can chop the fruit the night before making this recipe and store it, covered, in the refrigerator (fruit is easier to shape when it's chilled than at room temperature).

Nutrition Facts

Calories117kcal
Protein4.77%
Fat3.11%
Carbs92.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.03
Glycemic Load
8.22
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.1595651455548%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.86mg
Epicatechin
2.6mg
Quercetin
0.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:116.67kcal
5.83%
Fat:0.46g
0.7%
Saturated Fat:0.15g
0.92%
Carbohydrates:30.49g
10.16%
Net Carbohydrates:26.31g
9.57%
Sugar:21.6g
24%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3.55mg
0.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:3.05mg
1.02%
Protein:1.58g
3.16%
Fiber:4.18g
16.71%
Vitamin K:13.16µg
12.54%
Vitamin A:606.23IU
12.12%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.74%
Potassium:400.96mg
11.46%
Copper:0.19mg
9.36%
Magnesium:28.19mg
7.05%
Iron:1.01mg
5.6%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.64%
Calcium:41.36mg
4.14%
Phosphorus:41.08mg
4.11%
Vitamin B3:0.79mg
3.94%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.61%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.41%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.13%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.1%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.64%
Source:Epicurious