Apricot Balls

Yield

4 dozen

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package dried apricots, ground or finely cut
2 1/2 cups flaked coconut
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
2/3 cup finely chopped nuts
confectioners’ (powdered) sugar

Directions

In a medium bowl, stir apricots, coconut, milk and nuts until blended. Shape into 1 inch balls. Roll in confectioners’ sugar. Let stand 2 hours or until firm.

Variation

Lemon-Apricot Balls: Mix 2 tablespoons lemon juice with the fruit mixture.

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