Ohhh yes 😌🍯🌰 Dates and Figs Nut Roll—that old-school, naturally sweet treat that feels both elegant and cozy. No frosting, no fuss…just fruit, nuts, and pure flavor. This is the classic version you’ll see sliced and served with coffee or tea.
🌰🍯 Dates & Figs Nut Roll
Ingredients (makes 2 rolls)
- 1 cup chopped dried dates
- 1 cup chopped dried figs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½–2 cups chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- Powdered sugar or shredded coconut (for rolling)
Instructions
- Cook the fruit
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine dates, figs, sugar, and water.
- Stir constantly until mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan (about 8–10 minutes).
- Finish the mixture
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Fold in chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
- Shape the rolls
- Sprinkle powdered sugar or coconut on parchment paper.
- Divide mixture in half.
- Using slightly damp hands, shape each portion into a log.
- Coat
- Roll logs in powdered sugar or coconut until fully coated.
- Chill
- Wrap tightly and refrigerate at least 2 hours (overnight is even better).
- Slice & serve
- Slice into ½-inch rounds. Serve with coffee or tea.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Don’t overcook – stop when mixture pulls cleanly from the pan.
- Sticky hands? Lightly wet or oil your hands when shaping.
- Best texture: Chill well before slicing.
- Storage: Keeps up to 2 weeks refrigerated; freezes beautifully.
Easy Variations
- Spiced roll: Add cinnamon or cardamom.
- Chocolate lovers: Fold in mini chocolate chips once slightly cooled.
- Orange twist: Add a little orange zest.
- No sugar version: Reduce sugar and rely more on dates/figs for sweetness.
This is vintage, naturally sweet, and surprisingly addictive—one slice turns into five 😌
Want it old-fashioned, spiced, or chocolate-kissed?
