Date Nut Krispies

This is one of those recipes I remember from childhood. I loved these cookies and had forgotten about them until this last Christmas. I got the recipe from my mom and wanted to share with all of you. There is a similar recipe here on zaar but mine is rolled in coconut which I love.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 24

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 lb oleo
• 1  cup sugar
• 2  eggs, beaten
• 1  cup pitted dates, chopped
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 1  cup  nuts, chopped
• 1  cup coconut
• 2 1⁄2 cups  Rice Krispies
•  coconut, for rolling

Directions

1. Melt oleo in skillet over low heat.
2. Add sugar, eggs,and dates.
3. Stir about 10 minutes until fairly smooth and thick.
4. Remove from heat.
5. Add vanilla, nuts, 1 cup coconut, and Rice Krispies.
6. Mix well.
7. Remove by teaspoons and roll in coconut.
8. Put on wax paper and refrigerate.