Tupak E-Khorma (Date and Nut Truffles)
Sesame seeds, cocoa, and coconut adorn these no-bake date truffles from Mab Abbas, an Iranian cooking instructor with the League of Kitchens in New York City. Abbas learned this recipe from one of her sisters who owns a dried fruit and nut shop and a pistachio farm in Tehran. Traditionally, dates and nuts were consumed at spiritual gatherings and celebrations—many Muslims break their fast with a date during Ramadan. These desserts showcase these important ingredients in a creative, festive way: Not overly sweet, the truffles are nicely balanced with the sweet dates, bitter tahini, and rich walnuts. They firm up after chilling but remain fairly soft to bite.
December 2021 / January 2022