Soak figs and dates in hot water for about 30 minutes, then drain.

Trim stems off dates.

Add all ingredients to a food processor fitted with the S blade and pulse until ingredients are well mixed and begin to clump.

Scrape ingredients into a mixing bowl and then form into walnut sized balls by scooping dough with a spoon and rolling it between your hands. (I find it helpful to squeeze the dough first to make it clump together then roll it into a ball.) You may need to wash your hands every so often for easier rolling - your hands tend to get sticky after rolling 4-6 balls.

Enjoy immediately or store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week. (I store them in zip-lock baggies.)