Dry Fruit Bites/ Mithai

Ingredients:

- 1 cup Tata Sampann Kalmi Dates (pitted)

- ½ cup Tata Sampann Dried figs

- ¼ cup Tata Sampann Almonds

- ¼ cup Tata Sampann Cashews

- ¼ cup Tata Sampann Walnuts

- 2 tbsp Tata Sampann Pistachios

- 2 tbsp Tata Sampann raisins

- 2 tbsp dried cranberries (optional)

- 1 tbsp Tata Sampann Chia Seeds (optional)

- 1 tbsp ghee or coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

- Chop dates and figs into small pieces.

- Coarsely chop all nuts.

2. Roasting:

- Heat ghee or coconut oil in a nonstick pan over low heat.

- Add chopped nuts and roast for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Set aside.

3. Mixing:

- In the same pan, add chopped dates and figs. Stir continuously; they will soften and become sticky.

- Add roasted nuts, raisins, cranberries, and chia seeds. Mix well so everything combines evenly.

4. Forming Bites:

- Remove mixture from heat.

- Place evenly with spatula on a tray lined with parchment paper

5. Setting:

- Refrigerate for 30 minutes for firmer texture and then cut it in square shape (bite size).

6. Serving & Storage:

- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Tips:

- Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing dates/figs.

- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cardamom powder or cinnamon.

- These bites are gluten-free and can be made vegan by using coconut oil.