Vegetarian Dried Fruit Balls
10 servings
20 minutes
Vegetarian fruit balls are a vibrant embodiment of Russian cuisine, blending traditions and healthy ingredients. These sweet treats made from dried apricots, dates, figs, and raisins have a rich fruity flavor with a delicate nutty hint from hazelnuts. Historically, dried fruits were an important part of Russian gastronomy, especially in winter when fresh fruits were unavailable. Such desserts not only delight the taste but also provide energy, making them ideal for snacking throughout the day. Made without sugar and flour, these balls are suitable even for those who follow a healthy diet. They can be served with tea or used as a nutritious snack after workouts.
1
Heat butter in a saucepan and add washed and pitted dates. If you don't use butter, cook the washed dates in the saucepan.
- Butter: 100 g
- Dates: 200 g
2
When the mixture becomes soft and the dates fall apart, remove from heat and blend until smooth. Chop the dried apricots. Do the same with the raisins and figs. Mix well.
- Dried apricots: 200 g
- Raisin: 200 g
- Fig: 200 g
3
Chop the hazelnuts and add to the mixture. Mix thoroughly.
- Hazelnut: 200 g
4
A homogeneous thick mass has formed. Now shape the balls.
5
The balls can be rolled in crushed hazelnuts or left 'naked'.
- Hazelnut: 200 g