Date Cookies with Rice Krispies are one of my favorite treats. They are simple to make and the dates provide such a nice texture.
This recipe is from my Aunt Helen who is my mother’s sister. I always loved how I grew up around so many good cooks and I am happy when they are willing to share their recipes.
I also love the pecan crunch along with the Rice Krispies and as far as rolling them in coconut, I like them either way; with coconut or without.
What Ingredients Do I Need For Date Cookies with Rice Krispies?
Here’s a list of ingredients you’ll need to make these Cookies (scroll down for the full recipe):
- Butter
- Granulated sugar
- Dates
- Milk or cream
- Egg
- Rice Krispies cereal
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Fine coconut (optional)
How Do I Make Date Cookies with Rice Krispies?
Here’s the simple steps you’ll follow to make these Cookies (scroll down for the full recipe):
- Melt the butter in an electric frying pan.
- When the butter is melted, add the sugar and chopped dates.
- Cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes making sure that you coat the dates well.
- Turn the heat off.
- Combine the milk and egg.
- Add to the date mixture very slowly.
- Turn the heat back on.
- Cook for another minute.
- After mixture starts to boil, stir constantly.
- Unplug frying pan.
- Add Rice Krispies and nuts.
- When cool enough to handle, form the mixture into 1″ balls.
- Roll in coconut, or if you do not care for coconut, just roll into balls.
Tips and Tricks For Date Cookies with Rice Krispies:
- You can use pre-chopped dates, but I prefer dates that must be chopped. They seem to give the cookies a moister texture.
- Sweetened or unsweetened coconut can be used. It really doesn’t seem to make a difference.
- Walnuts or pecans are fine. You could probably really use any nuts that you wanted. Or don’t use nuts at all, especially if nut allergies are a concern.
How Do I Store Date Cookies with Rice Krispies?
- Store date balls in an airtight container or a zip-top plastic bag.
- The balls won’t lose their shape or stick together, so no wax paper is necessary.
- They don’t freeze well, as the Rice Krispies soften.
- However they do travel well! They won’t break when shipped!
More Delicious Cookies For You to Enjoy:
Chocolate Swig Cookies with Cookie Dough Frosting
Copycat Crumbl Muddy Buddy Cookies
Yield: 24 cookies
Date Cookies With Rice Krispies
Date cookies with Rice Krispies are soft and chewy, with a nice crunch of Rice Krispies. Add pecans or walnuts and roll them in coconut.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Total Time
15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups dates, chopped
- 2 Tablespoons milk or cream
- 1 egg, beaten
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- fine coconut for rolling cookies in
Instructions
- Melt the butter in an electric frying pan; I put the heat between 350-352.
- When the butter is melted, add the sugar and chopped dates.
- Cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes making sure that you coat the dates well.
- Turn the heat off.
- Combine the milk and egg.
- Add to the date mixture very slowly so that the egg mixes in and doesn't start to cook too much.
- Turn the heat back on.
- Cook for another minute.
- After mixture starts to boil, stir constantly.
- Unplug frying pan.
- Add Rice Krispies and nuts.
- When cool enough to handle, using a small cookie scoop or just form the mixture into 1" balls.
- Roll in coconut, or if you do not care for coconut, just roll into balls.
Nutrition Information
Yield
24Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 215Total Fat 11gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 30mgSodium 103mgCarbohydrates 29gFiber 2gSugar 23gProtein 1g
I forgot about these cookies, my Grandmother used to make them. Will have to make a batch as I loved them. Thanks
It is really neat how so many things can bring back the great memories of being a child! Thanks for stopping by!!