1 stick butter
1 c. sugar
1 c. chopped dates
1 egg
Vanilla to taste
1 c. finely chopped nuts
2 c. crispy rice cereal
Flaked coconut, toasted

Mix butter, sugar, dates and egg in frying pan. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring constantly. Add vanilla. Add nuts and cereal. Form into small balls; roll in coconut. Makes 4 dozen.