CHOCOLATE COVERED SUGAR PLUMS
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 24
Ingredients
• 1 1/2 cups chopped toasted sliced almonds, chopped roasted peanuts, toasted flaked coconut or candy decors
• 1 cup (6 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate morsels
• 24 pitted dried plums
Preparation
Line baking sheet with aluminum foil or wax paper; set aside.
Place almonds on large plate; set aside.
Melt chocolate in small heatproof bowl, set over simmering water, stirring occasionally.
(Chocolate should be fluid and barely warm.)
Using fork, dip each dried plum into chocolate; drain excess.
Roll in toppings, as desired.
Place on prepared baking sheet; refrigerate until set.
When chocolate has hardened, transfer to jars or containers for gift-giving.
Store, covered, in cool place, away from direct sun or heat.
Tip:
To toast almonds, arrange in even layer on baking sheet. Bake in 350°F oven 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 104
Cholesterol 0mg
% of Calories from Fat 61%
Fat 7g
Sodium 2mg
Carbohydrates 11g
Protein 7g
Fiber 2g
California Dried Plum Board - www.californiadriedplums.org
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