Ingredients

1 1/2   sticks butter
2   eggs, beaten
2 cups sugar
1   8-ounce box chopped dates
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups rice cereal (recommended Rice Crispies)
3 cups finely grated coconut

Directions

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add eggs, sugar, and dates. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla, nuts, and Rice Crispies. Cool and shape into finger-sized sticks. Roll in coconut.

Recipe Courtesy of Paula Deen