Christmas Goodies: Cereal Date Treats

One of the staples on the Mueller Christmas Cookie Tray is these little guys. They give a little dimension to the same-old (but delicious) sugar cookies and other flat treats. The flavor is mild, a little nutty, and chewy-crispy delicious. Disclaimer: not for those that hate coconut, but these are seriously worth at least a try!

Cereal Date Treats

2 Tbsp. butter
1 1/2 cup chopped dates (found boxed in the baking section)
1 cup sugar
2 beaten eggs
1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 cups rice krispies
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 tsp. vanilla
flaked coconut

Put butter in cast-iron (or any type) frying pan and melt on medium-low heat.  Add dates, sugar, eggs, and salt.  Cook about 10 minutes, stirring constantly until mixture bubbles.  Remove from heat and add cereal, nuts, and vanilla. Mix.  Form into small balls (walnut sized or smaller -smaller is better) and roll in flaked coconut. Place on wax-covered baking sheet. Refrigerate.

Rolling tip: to prevent sticking, keep a bowl of cold water nearby and dip fingers as needed.

The batch last night made about 40, but they were sized too large (I was in a hurry!). Should probably be closer to 50 or so.


Prep tip: when opening the bag of rice krispies, use caution or the bag will rip and half the box will fly all over your kitchen.

Bonus tip: If having sushi takeout that evening, also use caution when opening the soy sauce packet, or it will fly all over your kitchen.


Now, chime in with your favorite holiday treats!