Date Surprise Balls

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves: 12

Date Surprise Balls are sweet, chewy treats packed with the rich flavors of dates, nuts, and coconut. Perfect for snacking or gifting, these bite-sized confections combine the natural sweetness of dates with crunchy nuts and shredded coconut for a delightful texture and flavor experience.

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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups cut-up dates
  • 4 cups Rice Krispies
  • 1 cup chopped nuts
  • shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Beat eggs with a spoon in a 2-quart pan.
  2. Add sugar, butter, and dates. Cook slowly for 10 to 12 minutes on low heat.
  3. Remove from heat and cool.
  4. Add Rice Krispies and chopped nuts to the mixture.
  5. Shape into small balls.
  6. Roll the balls in shredded coconut.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

740 kcal 37% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.4g 13% DV
Total Fat 44.9g 58% DV
Carbs 83g 30% DV
Fiber 5.4g 19% DV
Sugar 22.2g 44% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 165.8mg 7% DV
Potassium 637.5mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 84mcg 9% DV
Vitamin C 10.1mg 11% DV
Calcium 87.8mg 7% DV
Iron 2.4mg 13% DV

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

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