GREAT-GRANDMA CATHY'S DATE LOAF CANDY
Handed down from my great-grandmother, and one of my father's all-time favorite holiday treats. Store in the refrigerator (rolled in the cloth), and it will keep for weeks. Otherwise, it becomes hard and sugary.
Provided by Amanda Vickers
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Nut Candy Recipes
Time 8h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir sugar, milk, and butter together in a saucepan; bring to a boil without stirring once the boiling begins. Heat until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a rigid ball or until the mixture reaches 250 degrees F (120 degrees C), about 20 minutes. Immediately remove saucepan from heat and stir dates, pecans, and vanilla into the milk mixture.
- Thoroughly wet a piece of cheesecloth and lay out onto a flat work surface. Pour the candy mixture into the middle of the cloth and roll the cloth around it to shape into a log.
- Refrigerate until hard, 8 hours to overnight. Remove log from cloth and slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.5 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 43.1 mg, Sugar 52.9 g
TEXAS DATE LOAF CANDY
Steps:
- In a heavy large saucepan combine sugar and milk. Stir over low heat, not letting it boil, until sugar is dissolved. Raise heat to medium and bring to a boil. Add chopped dates and continue to boil until it reaches the soft ball stage (238° F.). Remove from heat and stir in butter, vanilla and pecans. Cool to lukewarm. Tear off a sheet of waxed paper and have ready for rolling the candy (or do the old-Texas way of soaking a clean non-terry cloth dish towel in cold water and wring it out). Beat candy with a large spoon until mixture becomes creamy and starts to thicken like fudge. Pour mixture out on the waxed paper or damp dish towel and roll up into a long roll about 1½-inches in diameter. Allow to harden. It may be refrigerated to speed the process. Then unroll and cut into slices. Delicious!
ANCIENT EGYPTIAN "DATE CANDY" (FOR 2 PEOPLE)
Figs, dates, pomegranates and grapes were the only fruits that could be grown in the hot climate. From: Ancient Egyptian Food and Drink. This recipe was from 1600BC and was found on an ostraca. *NOTE* There are no times given but I'm thinking it would go pretty quickly with the food processor.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Candy
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- mix the dates with some water to paste.
- mix in cinnamon and kardemon seeds.
- kneed in the walnuts.
- form balls, spread with honey and cover in the ground almonds.
DATE NUT CANDY
Even though my two grown sons aren't big "sweets eaters", they think these candies are exceptional. The big peanut butter flavor is a hit combined with holiday staples like walnuts and dates.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Shape into 3/4-in. balls; place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until firm. , In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip balls in coating and place on waxed paper to harden.
Nutrition Facts :
DATE LOAF CANDY
Make and share this Date Loaf Candy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Janie Foote
Categories Candy
Time 25m
Yield 45 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- You will also need: 1 clean damp cloth.
- Cook first 3 ingredients, in a med boiler on top of stove.
- Bring to a rolling boil, after 3 minute of this, put a spoon full in a bowl of cold water and check for a soft ball.
- (It should be firm enough to pick up with your fingers.) Keep checking till you get the soft ball.
- Then add the dates, and mix until dates have melted.
- Then add nuts and roll out onto damp cloth, and roll into a log shape.
- Put into Refridgerator until cold,cut into thin slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.1, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 0.2, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 12.4, Protein 0.5
DATE CANDY
Make and share this Date Candy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tonkcats
Categories Candy
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put milk and sugar in pan and as soon as it boils, add dates and butter.
- Boil until it forms a good soft ball in cold water (watch carefully but don't stir more than absolutely necessary).
- Remove from fire; add nuts and stir. Beat until very stiff.
- Dip out on a cloth wrung from cold water; knead and mold into a long roll.
- Let stay in damp cloth until hard and cold.
- Slice and serve.
MOTHER'S DATE LOAF CANDY(SALLYE)
My mother made this every year for the holidays. I always thought it was some exotic mystery thing, because she kept it wrapped in a damp towel on top of the fridge (I think the towel might have been saturated in whiskey but not sure). Anyway, we were not allowed to touch it; she only gave us a small piece now and then.
Provided by sallye bates
Categories Candies
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Boil sugar and milk until the mixture forms a soft ball in water (or 236º on candy thermometer) Add dates and pecans and cook until a firm ball forms in water (or 240º on thermometer)
- 2. Remove from heat, add butter and let stand until lukewarm Beat with wooden spoon like fudge until mixture begins to thicken Pour onto a damp cloth and roll into a loaf (in damp cloth)
- 3. Place in refrigerator until cold and firm, then slice
OLD FASHIONED DATE LOAF CANDY RECIPE
Provided by lmurphy
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Boil sugar with milk until it forms a soft ball in water. Pour in dates, boil stirring constantly until dates are dissolved. Remove and add 1 c. of pecans and beat until cool. Pour on wet cloth and wrap up!
EASY DATE CANDY ROLL
Make and share this Easy Date Candy Roll recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Candy
Time 10m
Yield 1 12inch log
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Position knife blade in food processor bowl; slowly drop half each of dates and raisins through food chute with processor running.
- Remove date mixture; repeat procedure with remaining dates and raisins.
- Turn date mixture out onto wax paper; knead in pecans.
- Shape into a 12-inch log, and roll in coconut.
- Chill and thinly slice.
- Yield: one 12-inch log.
DATE LOAF CANDY
Every Christmas, my Mom, Aunt Ruth, and I would make Christmas candy. This is one of my favorites! Even if you don't like dates, give it a try!
Provided by Janis McRae
Categories Candies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Dampen kitchen towel, and wring out. Sprinkle with sugar.
- 2. Combine sugar, butter and milk in heavy saucepan. Boil, stirring occasionally until hard boil stage is reached.
- 3. Remove from heat. Add dates and pecans, Beat until creamy. SETS UP FAST! Pour onto entire length of damp, sugared cloth . Roll into long log.
- 4. Cool completely. Slice to serve.
DATE ROLL CANDY
This is an easy to make and delicious candy that is a little different than any other.
Provided by bluebayou
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes
Yield 11
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Butter a 12x15 inch sheet of aluminum foil and dust generously with confectioners' sugar.
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, mix together the sugar and evaporated milk. Stir frequently and bring to softball stage of 235 degrees F. Stir in dates and nuts; allow mixture to cool.
- Form the candy into a roll about 1-1/2 inches in diameter and wrap in the prepared foil; refrigerate until firm. Slice thinly with a knife dipped in hot water to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1 calories, Carbohydrate 69.6 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 26 mg, Sugar 65.8 g
ANCIENT EGYPTIAN DATE CANDY
I take no credit for this recipe whatsoever. It was found on a tomb wall in Egypt during an archaeological dig. All I did was adapt the instructions to read a little easier; steps and ingredients are the originals. It is a yummy candy and I just had to share the recipe. If you like dates or figs, you'll love it!
Provided by Michelle Grooms
Categories Candies
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Mix the dates and a little bit of water in the food processor to a thick paste. Add the cinnamon and cardamom and mix well. In a pie plate or similar flat dish, spread one cup of ground almonds into a layer. Sprinkle a light layer of confectioner's sugar over the almonds. Spread the date mixture over the top, being careful not to disturb the almond layer underneath. Sprinkle another light layer of confectioner's sugar over the date paste. Top with the rest of the ground almonds, pressing lightly into the pan. Keep in the refrigerator to prevent it from spoiling and to keep it from being too sticky. Cut into small pieces.
DATE ROLL CANDY
We kids looked forward to this special treat that Mom made every Christmas season.
Provided by Cheryl Miller
Categories Candies
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Boil sugar and evaporated milk to soft-ball stage. Stir in dates and nuts and remove from heat. When cool enough to handle, form into a roll with buttered hands. Wrap in a damp cloth, chill, slice about 1/4 inch thick pieces, and dust with granulated sugar.
CHRISTMAS DATE NUT CANDY
This came from a family member, and although it is time consuming and requires lengthy and difficult stirring, it is well worth the effort! It makes a huge batch, freezes (supposed to), and EVERYONE LOVES IT! A roll of this candy makes a great gift (rolled in non-terry towel with design for the occasion). Haven't made this in...
Provided by Sydney Morgan
Categories Candies
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Bring Sugar, Butter and Milk to rolling/bubbling boil.
- 2. Add dates, crushing against sides of pan (Tough!)
- 3. Cook to Soft Ball stage. (Drop tiny bit in glass of cold water. When forms a soft ball - NOT hard - Remove from heat and BEAT until thick and pour-able.
- 4. Work fast here. Pour a long roll onto wet towel near long side, leaving space at each end. Fold ends in, and roll to other side. Put each roll in freezer
- 5. Slice frozen (or close to it), and serve.
DATE ROLL CANDY
Make and share this Date Roll Candy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by True Texas
Categories Candy
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Boil togather sugar, milk, dates, until the dates melt and the candy forms a soft ball in cold water.
- Remove from heat, add butter and vanilla, beat with electric mixer or by hand until firm.
- Wring out a damp cloth. Spread candy on cloth, roll and put out on cookie sheet.
- Place in refriferator until firm. Slice and put away.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.7, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 4.3, Sodium 16.1, Carbohydrate 92.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 87, Protein 2.7
MAMA'S DATE NUT CANDY
Categories Candy Fruit Dessert Christmas High Fiber
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix sugar, milk and butter. Cook until it forms a soft ball in cold water. Add chopped dates and stir while cooking until mixture forms a firm ball in cold water. Remove from flame and add nuts, salt and vanilla. Beat until creamy. Pour into buttered pan and cut into squares before cold.
DATE LOAF CANDY
Steps:
- Mix sugar, butter and milk. Boil until sugar dissolves then add dates and cook to soft ball. Remove from stove. Cool to room temperature. Beat until smooth, creamy and thick. Add nuts and put on a cold, wet cloth and roll.
DATE-PECAN COCONUT CANDY
This fuss-free recipe has been in our family for years. A batch of these chocolate-covered balls always brings back wonderful holiday memories.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield about 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the dates, pecans, marshmallows and coconut. In a blender or food processor, process date mixture in batches. Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper to harden. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts :
DATE LOAF CANDY
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In saucepan, boil milk, sugar, and butter to 240°, or until mixture forms soft ball in cold water. Remove from heat and add dates and vanilla. Heat until dates melt. Add pecans and beat until cool. Pour onto wet cheesecloth and form a ball or log. Let cool and unroll from cheesecloth. Slice candy roll or log every 1/2 inch or so.
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