Date Nut Candy
Even though my two grown sons aren't big "sweets eaters", they think these candies are exceptional. The big peanut butter flavor is a hit combined with holiday staples like walnuts and dates. 24 ServingsPrep: 15 min. + chilling
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Shape into 3/4-in.
- balls; place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for
- 1-2 hours or until firm.
- In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip balls in
- coating and place on waxed paper to harden. Yield: about 4 dozen.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (2 each) equals 240 calories, 14 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 1 mg cholesterol, 55 mg sodium, 27 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein.