1 c. (1/2 lb.) chopped dates
1 stick butter
1 egg, beaten
2 c. Rice Krispies cereal
1 c. sugar
1 c. chopped nuts (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla

Put dates, butter and sugar in skillet. Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes to blend. Stir in beaten egg. Allow to cool a few minutes. Add Rice Krispies, nuts and vanilla. When cool enough to handle, roll into balls, then in powdered sugar or flaked coconut.