Spanish fig & almond balls

• Almonds3½ oz
• Figs1 lb
• Dried Apricots3 oz
• Dried cranberries1¾ oz
• Brandy1 tablespoon
• Clear Honey1 tblsp
• Cloves1 teaspoon
• Sesame Seed3½ oz

Instructions

1. 1

   Whizz the almonds in a food processor until most are finely chopped, then tip into a large bowl.

2. 2

   Roughly chop the figs, then whizz to a smooth sticky paste.

3. 3

   Scrape onto the almonds then, using your hands, mix together well with the dried fruit, brandy, honey and cloves.

4. 4

   Divide the mixture into 6 and roll into balls.

5. 5

   Tip the sesame seeds onto a tray, then roll the balls in them until covered.

6. 6

   Cover the tray loosely with a clean tea towel, then leave the fig balls to dry for a week before packaging.

7. 7

   Will keep in a cool place for 2 months.