Hedgehog Cookies

Name: Hedgehog Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: about 1-1/2 dozen.
Ingredients: 1 cup finely chopped walnuts; 1/2 cup finely chopped dates; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, divided; 1 egg

4 reviews

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

about 1-1/2 dozen

These little treats are as cute as they can be and delicious, too. A lady from my garden club shared this recipe one Christmas, but they're good for any occasion. They're a hit with both kids and grown-ups. -Sandi Pichon, Slidell, Louisiana

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Ingredients

1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup finely chopped dates
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, divided
1 egg

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the walnuts, dates and brown sugar. Add 1/2 cup coconut and egg; mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in remaining coconut.
Place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts

2 each: 218 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.

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