DATE NUT BALLS

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These are delicious no-bake cookies that use Rice Krispies cereal for a crunchy texture combined with dates and walnuts. This recipe can be doubled easily. Make a double batch, and have plenty on hand for Holiday guests as they go quickly!

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 30 cookies, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 lb butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1 cup dates, chopped
2 cups Rice Krispies
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium low heat, melt butter.
  • Add sugar, vanilla, egg, and dates.
  • Stir constantly 3 to 4 minutes or until egg is cooked and mixture is slightly thickened.
  • Remove pan from the heat.
  • Stir in puffed rice cereal and walnuts.
  • Mix until well blended.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • When cool, roll into 1-inch balls.
  • If dough is sticky, dip fingers in water and then roll.
  • Place cookies on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  • Refrigerate until serving.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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