Swedish Wedding Cakes

Method3 steps · about 30 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Combine the margarine (¼ cup), sugar (⅔ cup), egg (1), and dates in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thick, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla (1 teaspoon).

   Uses ¼ cup margarine · ⅔ cup white sugar · 1 egg, beaten · 1 (8 ounce) package dates, pitted and finely chopped · 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2. 2

   Step 2: Combine the crispy rice cereal (2 cups) and the walnuts (¾ cup) in a large bowl. Stir in the date mixture; mix well.

   Uses 2 cups crispy rice cereal · ¾ cup walnuts, finely chopped · cooked date mixture

3. 3

   Step 3: Working quickly, form the cereal and date mixture into 1 inch balls. Roll balls in coconut. Store in an airtight container in a cool place. Do not refrigerate.

   Uses 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut · cereal-date mixture