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Family Christmas tradition. Is it candy or a cookie? Grandma Ziegler says it’s a cookie that tastes better than candy. Enjoy with a cup of coffee. They are yummy. Store in an airtight container; do not store in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded coconut, or as needed
- 1 cup white sugar
- ½ cup margarine, softened
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ pound chopped dates
- 2 ½ cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Place coconut in a shallow bowl.
Step 2
Stir sugar, margarine, and eggs together in a heavy skillet on the stove, with the burner off. Add pecans and dates. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until thickened, about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in rice cereal and vanilla extract. Remove from the heat and quickly roll mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in coconut to coat and place on waxed paper to cool.
Cook’s Note:
These set up fast so have your area ready and all ingredients measured out.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 36 | |
| Calories 93 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat1g | 6% |
| Cholesterol10mg | 3% |
| Sodium54mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate13g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars11g | |
| Protein1g | |
| Vitamin C1mg | 7% |
| Calcium6mg | 0% |
| Iron1mg | 4% |
| Potassium62mg | 1% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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