I soak and then dehydrate my almonds before using them for added flavour and to make them more digestible. And I soak and sprout my chick peas too.
You need medal dates for this normal one won't give you the same texture or fudgey-ness!
Feel free to use any nut you like but i have only made it with almonds.
As always taste the recipes as you go along and add addition salt or sugar to suit your tastes.