1/2 c. butter
1 beaten egg
1/2 lb. ground dates
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. rice krispies
1 c. nuts
coconut flakes

Mix the first 5 ingredients and cook on low heat until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in cereal and nuts. Let cool. Shape into balls and roll in coconut.