CHRISTMAS CANDY FRUIT SLICES

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This candy roll cut into slices is so good if you like fruit cake you will love these candy slices. My mom always made these for New Years- but I like them for Christmas gifts too!

Provided by Pat Duran @kitchenChatter

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cup(s) granulated sugar
1 tablespoon(s) heaping butter
1 pound(s) dates, chopped
1 pound(s) raisins, chopped
1 1/2 cup(s) chopped nuts
1 cup(s) light cream
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla
1 pound(s) figs, chopped
pound(s) chopped coconut

Steps:

  • In a saucepan cook sugar, cream and butter to soft ball stage( 236^). Add vanilla. Beat until creamy, then beat in fruit,nuts and coconut When well mixed, roll tightly in log shape. Wrap in barely dampened clean cloth , but not wet. Then in waxed paper and store in cool place at least 2 weeks. Slice in rounds and serve.

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