APRICOT DATE BALLS

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This is a no bake recipe!! These little cookies are just filled with chewy gooey goodness!

Provided by Linda Kauppinen

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 c sugar
1/2 c chopped dried apricots
1/2 c chopped dates (i prefer medjool if available)
2 large eggs, beaten
1 c finely chopped walnuts or cashews
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
granulated sugar or desiccated coconut for dusting

Steps:

  • 1. Line airtight container with wax paper. Set aside
  • 2. In a 2 quart saucepan, combine 3/4 cup sugar, the apricots, dates and eggs. Cook over low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, or until mixture pulls away from the sides of pan, stirring constantly.
  • 3. Remove from heat. Stir in walnuts and vanilla. Let stand for 45 to 50 minutes or until mixture is cool enough to handle.
  • 4. Shape mixture into 1 inch balls. Roll balls in sugar or desiccated coconut. Place balls in prepared container. Store in the refrigerator.

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