Noel Balls

Directions

1. 1
   In medium sized mixing bowl, combine oats, 3/4 cup confectioners sugar, nuts, cocoa and orange peel.
2. 2
   Add orange juice and syrup, mixing until dry ingredients are thoroughly moistened. Chill 1 hour.
3. 3
   Shape to form 1-inch balls.
4. 4
   Roll balls in 1/2 cup confectioners sugar; place in wax paper-lined container.
5. 5
   Store tightly covered at least 8 hours or overnight at room temperature. Roll each ball in remaining 1/2 cup confectioners sugar.
6. 6
   Store tightly covered.
7. 7
   Makes about 3 1/2 dozen balls.