Date Nut Candy

Total Time:Prep: 15 min. + chilling

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Pauline Block, Aurora, Indiana

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Oct. 23, 2022

Even though my two grown sons aren't big "sweets eaters", they think these candies are exceptional. The big peanut butter flavor is a hit combined with holiday staples like walnuts and dates.

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Date Nut Candy

Yield:about 4 dozen
Prep:15 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped
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Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Shape into 3/4-in. balls; place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until firm.
  2. In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip balls in coating and place on waxed paper to harden.
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