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christmas date nut candy

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Sydney Morgan
Cotopaxi, CO

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 years, so not sure about prep/cook time. I would allow at least an hour to complete all steps.

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For christmas date nut candy

  • 7 c
    sugar
  • 1 can
    evaporated milk
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1 c
    nuts (crushed)
  • 1 lb
    pitted dates
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla
  • 1
    dutch oven or very large sauce pan
  • several non-terry dish towels - wet - laid flat on counter (ready for candy)
  • 1
    wooden or strong spoon

How To Make christmas date nut candy

  • 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.

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