Recipe

Rum Raisin Treasures

Rum-soaked natural and golden raisins garnished with cherries, violets, pieces of ginger and walnuts.
Details
  • Yields 1 1/2 dozen
  • Serves: 18
INGREDIENTS
  • 1/4 c. rum, warmed
  • 1 c. California natural raisins
  • 1 c. California golden raisins
  • 1/2 c. pistachio nuts
  • 1/2 c. chopped walnuts
  • 1 c. powdered sugar
  • Red and green candied cherry halves; for garnish
  • Candied violets; for garnish
  • Candied ginger; for garnish
  • Walnuts; for garnish
    PROCEDURE
    Pour rum over raisins and nuts. Let stand, stirring occasionally, until rum is absorbed. Process in food processor to coarsely chop. Shape into balls. Roll in powdered sugar to coat. Press candied cherry halves, candied violets, pieces of candied ginger or walnuts into centers, if desired.
    Nutrition Information (per serving)
    Calories 130(26% from fat); Total Fat 4g (sat 0g, mono 2g, poly 2g); Cholesterol 0mg; Protein 2g; Carbohydrates 21g; Fiber 1g; Iron 1mg; Sodium 16mg; Calcium 48mg

    This recipe is found in the following categories:
    Candies
    Sweets and Desserts
    Special Diet
    Low Cholesterol
    Low Sodium