Apricot Orange Balls

By alcohan

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dried apricots, finely chopped
• 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tab fresh squeesed orange juice
• 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
• more flaked coconut or finely chopped pecans for rolling
• Optional (dip cold balls in melted chocolate and roll in coconut or chopped nuts)

Preparation

Step 1

* Process chopped apricots, walnuts and coconut in a food processor until
* thoroughly combined. Add OJ and sweetened condensed milk; process until combined. Pour mixture into a dish; refrigerate until firm, about 30
* to 45 minutes. Place waxed paper on a baking sheet; set aside. Place
* additional coconut or finely chopped pecans in a shallow bowl. Shape
* apricot mixture into balls about 1-inch in diameter. Roll in coconut or pecans;
* place on waxed paper. Refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight
* container in the refrigerator. Makes about 24 balls.