Moroccan-Date Bonbons Recipe

Name: Moroccan-Date Bonbons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 ounces sliced almonds (1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons); 1/2 cup shelled pistachios (2 ounces); 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (3 ounces); 1 lb moist pitted dates, chopped; 4 pitted kalamata olives, chopped (or dry-cured Moroccan); 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger; 1/2 tablespoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/8 teaspoon orange flower water; 1/8 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 1/2 ounces sliced almonds (1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons)
1/2 cup shelled pistachios (2 ounces)
3/4 cup chopped walnuts (3 ounces)
1 lb moist pitted dates, chopped
4 pitted kalamata olives, chopped (or dry-cured Moroccan)
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
1/2 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon orange flower water
1/8 teaspoon salt

1
Preheat the oven to 350*F.
2
Spread the sliced almonds on a baking sheet and toast for about 4 minutes, until golden. Let the almonds cool completely.
3
In a food processor, grind the pistachios to a coarse powder. Transfer the pistachio powder to a plate. Add the toasted almonds to the processor and grind to a coarse powder. Add the walnuts, dates, olives, ginger, honey, orange zest, cinnamon, cardamom, orange flower water and salt and process to a paste.
4
Scoop up scant tablespoons of the date mixture and roll into balls. Roll the balls in the pistachio powder to coat them completely and serve.
5
Make Ahead:
6
The bonbons can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 ounces sliced almonds (1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons), 1/2 cup shelled pistachios (2 ounces), 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (3 ounces), 1 lb moist pitted dates, chopped, and more.

Yes, Moroccan-Date Bonbons falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Moroccan-Date Bonbons

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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