Date-Pecan Coconut Candy

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound pitted dates, chopped ⓘ
  • 2 cups chopped pecans ⓘ
  • 1 package (16 ounces) miniature marshmallows ⓘ
  • 6 cups sweetened shredded coconut ⓘ
  • 3 packages (12 ounces each) semisweet chocolate chips ⓘ
  • 2 tablespoons shortening ⓘ

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the dates, pecans, marshmallows and coconut. In a blender or food processor, process date mixture in batches. Shape into 1-in. balls.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper to harden. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

774 kcal 39% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.1g 18% DV
Total Fat 60.3g 77% DV
Carbs 58.4g 21% DV
Fiber 9g 32% DV
Sugar 33.4g 67% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 169mg 7% DV
Potassium 569.3mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 1mg

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 125.8mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 6.5mg 7% DV
Vitamin D 0.9mcg 5% DV
Calcium 141.3mg 11% DV
Iron 6.1mg 34% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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