Christmas Date Balls Recipes

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DATE-NUT BALLS



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This is one of my very favorite treats to make for the holidays and package up along with some fudge, pecan tarts, and pecan tasties, to give to the neighbors. This way my husband and I can have a few too.

Provided by Joycie52

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Date

Time 30m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 6

14 tablespoons butter
1 cup pitted chopped dates
1 cup white sugar
2 cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)
1 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, or as needed

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir dates and white sugar in the melted butter until thick and golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and stir in crispy rice cereal and pecans. Let mixture cool until easily handled, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Form mixture into small balls using your hands.
  • Pour confectioners' sugar into a resealable bag; add date-nut balls and lightly shake bag until balls are coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 8.9 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 32.8 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

DATE BALLS



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A holiday tradition. My mother made these date balls every year at Christmas time. They may be stored in a plastic or glass container. If the weather is warm, keep them in the refrigerator. Make sure balls are cooled thoroughly before storing.

Provided by Melanie Butler

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package chopped pitted dates
1 cup white sugar
½ cup margarine
3 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup confectioners' sugar, or as needed

Steps:

  • Cook and stir dates, sugar, and margarine in a large saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves; remove from heat. Fold crispy rice cereal, pecans, and vanilla extract into the date mixture until evenly mixed.
  • Grease your hands with margarine. Roll date mixture into 1-inch balls.
  • Spread confectioners' sugar into a shallow dish; roll date balls in confectioners' sugar to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 70.7 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

SUGARED DATE BALLS



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When I was a youngster, Mom always baked these tender old-fashioned cookies dotted with chewy dates and crunchy walnuts. Much to the delight of my family, I've continued her delicious tradition.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped nuts
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in milk and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in dates and nuts. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until bottoms are lightly browned, 22-25 minutes. Roll warm cookies in confectioners' sugar; cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

COCONUT DATE BALLS



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A crunchy cookie or candy with a great date taste.

Provided by LANA ENKE

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 eggs, beaten
1 cup white sugar
1 cup chopped dates
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter
3 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the eggs sugar and dates. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, and boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla. Mix in crispy rice cereal. Butter hands and roll the mixture into walnut sized balls. Roll the balls in coconut. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 44.9 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

CHRISTMAS BALLS



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Make and share this Christmas Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Christmas

Time 2h5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb graham cracker, crushed
2 (10 1/2 ounce) bags mini marshmallows
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, chopped
1 cup walnuts, chopped
2 (14 ounce) cans condensed milk, sweetened
1 (14 ounce) bag coconut

Steps:

  • Mix in large pan, refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Roll into balls then roll in coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 10397.6, Fat 453.7, SaturatedFat 288, Cholesterol 287.3, Sodium 4466.5, Carbohydrate 1525.8, Fiber 95, Sugar 1088.7, Protein 154.8

GRANDMA'S DATE BALLS (X'MAS COOKIES)



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Make and share this Grandma's Date Balls (X'mas Cookies) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wildflour

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 (8 ounce) package chopped dates
1 egg, slightly beaten
3 cups Rice Krispies
1 cup coconut
1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherry
1 teaspoon good vanilla
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • In heavy-bottomed,lg.
  • saucepan or pot,melt butter.
  • Stir in brown sugar and dates.
  • Cook til sugar is melted.
  • Remove from heat and QUICKLY stir in egg well.
  • Return to med.
  • heat, stirring constantly, til boiling.
  • Boil and stir 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat, stir in rest of ingredients, and let cool off til easily handled.
  • Roll into balls, about 1" or so, roll in powdered sugar to coat.
  • Store airtight.
  • (Can chill if desired, but serve room temp.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.5, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 56.2, Sodium 55.4, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 31, Protein 2.1

COCONUT DATE BALLS



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There are a few classic recipes I absolutely have to pull out every Christmas, and this is one of those. These chewy balls are surprisingly crunchy and they look so pretty on a holiday candy tray.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter
1 cup chopped dates
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup crisp rice cereal
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in the dates, sugar and eggs. Cook and stir over low heat for 10-15 minutes or until thermometer reads 160°. Remove from the heat; stir in the pecans, cereal and vanilla. When cool enough to handle, shape into 1-in. balls; roll in coconut. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

DATE NUT BALLS



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A friend gave me this recipe more than 30 years ago. It is my husband's favorite treat. I like these with pecans or walnuts. If you do not like nuts, omit the nuts and use 3 cups Rice Krispies. -Melinda Lord, Washington, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups Rice Krispies
1 cup chopped pistachios or almonds
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1 package (8 ounces) pitted dates, finely chopped
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine Rice Krispies and pistachios. In a large saucepan, combine butter, dates and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture is combined., Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Pour over Rice Krispies mixture; stir to coat. When cool enough to handle, press into 1-1/4-in. balls. Cool. If desired, roll in confectioner's sugar. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMA MARYELLEN'S CHRISTMAS DATE BALLS



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The first time I ever had these I must've eaten half a dozen one after the other! They are a fabulous little ball of wonder and look and even TASTE like Christmas! One of my favorites during the holidays! (These also freeze well, so get crackin'!) Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! (Photo by me.) In my photo, they are the little...

Provided by Kelly Williams

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, 2 sticks
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 (8 oz.) pkg. chopped dates
1 egg beaten
3 cups rice krispies
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, red and green
1 tsp. vanilla
*powdered sugar, for rolling

Steps:

  • 1. In dutch oven, or heavy bottomed pot, melt butter over medium heat. Watch, don't brown. Stir in dark brown sugar and dates. Stir til melted a little. Remove from heat and add egg whisking in *QUICKLY* so you don't scramble the egg. Whisk til mixed well. Return to heat and stir constantly til boiling. Boil and stir one minute. Remove from heat, add rest of ingredients, cool til cool enough to handle. Roll into balls. Roll in powdered sugar. Makes 3-4 dozen depending on size. 1 - 1 1/2" balls. Store airtight. Freezes well.

NO BAKE DATE BALLS



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Make and share this No Bake Date Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PugGrannie

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup margarine
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 (8 ounce) package pitted dates, chopped
1/2 cup nuts, chopped
4 cups crispy rice cereal
coconut

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in large pot (4 quart or larger).
  • Add sugar, egg, and dates.
  • Stir constantly over low to medium heat.
  • Cook approximately 5 minutes until mixture thickens.
  • Remove from heat. Add chopped nuts and rice cereal.
  • Roll into walnut-sized balls; then roll in coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.3, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 4.4, Sodium 62.1, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 7.4, Protein 0.7

DATE BALLS



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This was one of my mother's recipes for Christmas cookies. These moist and crisp cookies are fun and easy to make. These cookies get better over time when the flavors blend together. Enjoy.

Provided by CarolAT

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
4 cups Rice Krispies
2 cups dates, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla
0.5 (14 ounce) package flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Melt butter and sugar carefully.
  • Add chopped dates and cook until it boils. Take off heat and allow to cool slightly.
  • Add milk and salt into well beaten eggs and stir into hot date mixture.
  • Boil mixture 2 minutes.
  • Add vanilla and nuts.
  • Let cool, then add Rice Crispies and stir.
  • Butter hands, and shape into well rounded tablespoon size balls and roll in coconut.
  • Store in air-tight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6098.4, Fat 340.2, SaturatedFat 184.2, Cholesterol 915.3, Sodium 5367.5, Carbohydrate 775.2, Fiber 48.1, Sugar 627.1, Protein 47.9

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