
Nicholas, were most certainly these candies that children enjoyed in the 17th & 18th centuries. Those 'visions of sugar plums' that children saw dancing in their heads in the classic Christmas poem, A Visit from St. If you look it up in the dictionary, a sugar plum is described as a hard candy that is made of boiled sugar. I always assumed it was just one of those "old fashioned" things like figgy pudding or fruit cake. I went all of my childhood and most of my adult life not knowing. I know we've all heard sugar plums mentioned in Christmas songs, poems, and there's even a fairy named after them in the Nutcracker. Somehow, so many people haven't! What is a sugar plum? It makes you feel pretty warm and fuzzy, doesn't it?Ĭan you imagine the look of surprise and delight on a loved one's face when you gift them some sugar plums? My guess is. The poems, the songs, the dances, the ballets, the fairy, all of the festive imaginings that come to mind when you hear the phrase. Sugar plums are so beautifully reminiscent of the holiday season. Happy Holiday, Rhubarbarians! I am so so excited to share this sugar plums recipe with you today! Thank you for supporting the brands that support Rhubarbarians!

Everyone will love these!ĭisclaimer: this sugar plums recipe is sponsored by Fruit Bliss.


Quick and easy homemade sugar plums recipe! This Christmas classic is made with dried plums, warming spices, a bit of orange, and a coating of sugar.
