How to Make Grandma's Crispy Date and Pecan Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the seasons change and the holidays approach, there is nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house. One of the most beloved traditions in many families is baking delicious treats with loved ones, and one recipe that has been passed down through generations is Grandma's Crispy Date and Pecan Cookies.

These cookies are a delightful combination of sweet, crunchy, and chewy, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. The crispy texture of the peca...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup shredded coconut, or as needed
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup margarine, softened
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ½ pound chopped dates
  • 2 ½ cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 36 cookies

  • Place coconut in a shallow bowl.
  • Stir sugar, margarine, and eggs together in a heavy skillet on the stove, with the burner off. Add pecans and dates. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in rice cereal and vanilla extract. Remove from the heat and quickly roll mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in coconut to coat and place on waxed paper to cool.
  • Nutrition

    93 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 54mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 62mg