Swedish Wedding Cakes

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This is a delicious treat that I prepare every Christmas to include in my candy assortments that I give as gifts. They're absolutely delicious and people are constantly asking for the recipe.

Submitted by Marcy McClure Mock
Updated on January 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
24
Yield:
24 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 24 servings

  • ¼ cup margarine

  • ⅔ cup white sugar

  • 1 egg, beaten

  • 1 (8 ounce) package dates, pitted and finely chopped

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 2 cups crispy rice cereal

  • ¾ cup walnuts, finely chopped

  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Directions

  1. Combine the margarine, sugar, egg, and dates in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thick, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.

  2. Combine the crispy rice cereal and the walnuts in a large bowl. Stir in the date mixture; mix well.

  3. Working quickly, form the cereal and date mixture into 1 inch balls. Roll balls in coconut. Store in an airtight container in a cool place. Do not refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

115 Calories
5g Fat
17g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 115
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Sodium 51mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 1g 3%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 10mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 95mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.