Ingredient

• 1/3 cup apple juice
• 1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
• 1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
• 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup ground almonds, toasted

Direction

1. In a microwave, warm apple juice. Stir in dates; let stand 5 minutes to soften, stirring occasionally. Remove dates from apple juice; discard liquid. Transfer dates to the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment; process until smooth. Add pecans and spices; pulse just until combined (mixture will be thick).
2. Shape mixture into 1-in. balls; place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate, covered, 30-60 minutes.
3. Roll date balls in almonds.