1 box dates
1 c. (packed) brown sugar
1 stick butter (1/2 c.)
1 c. chopped nuts
1 c. coconut
1 c. Rice Krispies
3 tbsp. vanilla
Powdered sugar for coating

Cook first 3 ingredients over low heat until dates dissolve. Then mix with the rest of ingredients. Roll into balls and dip in powdered sugar. Makes 40 or more.

VARIATION: Tommie Corley uses 1 cup regular sugar and 2 eggs. Add eggs in with first 3 ingredients, beating well and stirring constantly. Follow upper recipe for rest of directions.