2 eggs
1 c. sugar
1 c. chopped dates
1 c. coconut
1 c. chopped walnuts
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. almond extract
Granulated or powdered sugar
Red or green cherries (optional)

Beat eggs in 2 quart buttered casserole dish. Add sugar and mix well. Add dates, coconut, nuts, vanilla and extract. Bake 30-35 minutes at 350 degrees. Stir 4 or 5 times during baking or stir when baking ends. Let cool. Stirring occasionally. When cool, form into small balls, then roll in white or colored sugar. Flatten. Decorate if desired.

Makes about 36.