California fig coconut balls
Yield: 1 Batch
Ingredients:
- 3/4 c California dried figs
- 3/4 c Shredded coconut
- 1/2 c Nut meats
- 1 ts Grated lemon rind
- 1 ts Lemon juice
Instructions:
Steam figs. With scissors clip off stems and grind or chop fine. Grind coconut and nut meats then combine all ingredients and work to a paste. Add more lemon juice if necessary. Shape mixture into little balls about 3/4 inch in diameter and roll in finely chopped coconut. Source: 48 Family Favorites with California Figs Reprinted with the permission of The California Fig Advisory Board Electronic format courtesy of Karen Mintzias
