Date Balls

Directions

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   Melt
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   butter
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   in
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   saucepan
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   over
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   low heat.
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   Add sugar. Stir until
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   mixed well. Beat egg.
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   Add a small amount of hot mixture to egg.
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    Put warmed egg back in saucepan.
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    Add vanilla and dates. Cook until dates are completely broken up. Remove from heat and cool 5 minutes.
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    Mix Rice Krispies and nuts in a mixing bowl.
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    Add cooked
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    mixture
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    and
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    mix thoroughly.
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    Shape into balls and roll in coconut.
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    It is easier to shape ball if you put butter on your hands.