Ingredients
| 2 sticks unsalted butter |
| 2 8-oz. packages chopped dates |
| 2 c. light brown sugar |
| 2 c. finely chopped pecans |
| 1 c. coconut (optional) |
| 4 c. Rice Krispies |
| Powdered sugar (about ½ box), for coating |
Preparation
1. Add butter, dates and brown sugar to a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 6 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in pecans, coconut and Rice Krispies; allow to cool down before handling.
2. With your palms, gently roll mixture into quarter-size balls; set on a plate. Roll balls in powdered sugar. Let balls sit until dry (1 hour). Store at room temperature in an airtight container.
Makes 6 dozen.
Nutritional Information (serving size=3 date nut balls): Calories: 280; Fat: 14g; Cholesterol: 20mg; Sodium: 30mg; Total Carbohydrates: 40g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugars: 33g; Protein: 2g.
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