DATE NUT LOG

Date Nut Log image

My mother served this dessert one year after a big holiday meal. We all thought it was delicious. Since then I've made it for various clubs that meet with dessert on their minds! -Carla Hodenfield, Ray, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, divided
24 large marshmallows, snipped
8 ounces dates, chopped
2 cups chopped walnuts
1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

In a bowl, combine 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs, marshmallows, dates and walnuts. Stir in cream; mix thoroughly. Shape into a 14x3-in. log. Roll in remaining crumbs. , Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight. Slice; garnish with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.