Apricot-Walnut Balls Recipe

Apricot-Walnut Balls Recipe

Ingredients

Makes about 2 dozen pieces

• ¾ cup dried apricots
• 2 cups toasted walnut pieces
• 1/3 cup confectioners sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup finely shredded sweetened coconut

Method

1. Place the apricots in a heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water
2. Let stand for 10 minutes, then drain well and place in a food processor
3. Add the walnuts, sugar and vanilla and pulse to chop, then process to blend thoroughly
4. Use your hands to shape the mixture into 1-inch balls
5. Place the coconut in a shallow bowl
6. Roll the balls in the coconut, arrange on a platter and serve

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