Ingredients
1cupdates,pitted, chopped
1tspwater
1cupwalnuts,chopped
2egg white
1cupbrown sugar,packed
1tbspbutter
1cupcoconut,shredded
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease the cookie sheets.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the butter, water, and dates. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, and let stand for 10 minutes.
Pour the date mixture into a medium bowl. Mix in the brown sugar and chopped nuts.
Whip egg whites in a small bowl until stiff. Fold the egg whites into the date mixture.
Roll the dough into 2-inch balls and roll in shredded coconut. Place on cookie sheets about 2-inches apart.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Let cool on wire racks.
Serve and enjoy.
