Ancient Egyptian Date Candy For 2 People Recipe

Journey back to 1600 BC with this authentic Ancient Egyptian date candy recipe! Unearthed from an ostraca, this sweet treat uses only ingredients available in the hot Egyptian climate: dates, figs, pomegranates, and grapes. This surprisingly easy recipe, made even faster with a food processor, lets you recreate a taste of history in just minutes. A delicious blend of sweet dates, warm spices, and crunchy nuts – prepare for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 366.9 kcal
Protein 11g
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How to Make Ancient Egyptian Date Candy For 2 People

  1. Pit and roughly chop 1 cup of Medjool dates.
  2. In a food processor, combine the chopped dates with 2 tablespoons of water. Process until a smooth paste forms.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom. Process briefly to combine.
  4. Add ½ cup of chopped walnuts and pulse until just combined. Be careful not to over-process.
  5. Roll the mixture into small balls (approximately 1 inch in diameter).
  6. Drizzle each ball with ½ tablespoon of honey.
  7. Roll the honey-coated balls in ¼ cup of finely ground almonds.
  8. Let the candy rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

188g

Fat

6g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ancient Egyptian Date Candy For 2 People?

Ancient Egyptian Date Candy For 2 People takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ancient Egyptian Date Candy For 2 People?

Ancient Egyptian Date Candy For 2 People has approximately 366.9 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ancient Egyptian Date Candy For 2 People?

The key ingredients for Ancient Egyptian Date Candy For 2 People are Dates, Cinnamon, Cardamom Seed, Ground Walnuts, Honey, Ground Almonds. See the full list with measurements above.

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