Sugarplums

Directions

1. 1
   Put the almonds, plums, apricots, and figs into the bowl of a food processor and pulse 20 to 25 times or until the fruit and nuts are chopped into small pieces, but before the mixture becomes a ball.
2. 2
   Combine the powdered sugar, anise seeds, fennel seeds, caraway seeds, cardamom, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
3. 3
   Add the nut and fruit mixture and the honey and mix using gloved hands until well combined.
4. 4
   Scoop the mixture into 1/4-ounce portions and roll into balls.
5. 5
   If serving immediately, roll in the coarse sugar and serve.
6. 6
   If not serving immediately, put the balls on a cooling rack and leave uncovered until ready to serve.
7. 7
   Roll in the coarse sugar prior to serving.
8. 8
   The Sugarplums may be stored on the cooling rack for up to a week.
9. 9
   After a week, store in an airtight container for up to a month.