Fudge Balls

[HellsBells]

Hi, I'm making Alissa's Fudge Balls and the recipe says the dates should be pitted and soaked. Does anyone know how long I should soak the dates?
Thanks

[Nancysgoingraw]

I usually soak dates for only about 20-30 minutes in slightly warm water.

Nancy

[Rawkinlocs]

If your dates are soft, you don't really need to soak them. Soaking is to make the dates softer and so they'll blend creamier. Sometimes, especially in a pinch, I'll just run them under some hot water and they soften up! But to answer your question after that "long walk around the bush" - probably about a couple of hours or so if they're not soft already.

[rawpriestess]

I agree with Rawkinlocs,

I only soak dates if they are old and kind of dried up, if they are fresh and new I don't soak.