Date, Walnut, and Coconut Bourbon Balls
From: bonappetit.com
Makes about 12
9 ounces pitted dates, coarsely chopped
1 cup unsweetened flaked organic coconut plus more for rolling
1 1/2 cups walnuts
1/4 cup bourbon
1 tablespoon natural unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Place dates and 3 Tbsp. boiling water in a bowl; let steep for 3 minutes. Transfer to a food processor; add 1 cup coconut and next 4 ingredients and pulse until a chunky mixture forms. Using a teaspoon, form rounded balls and roll in remaining coconut to completely coat. Place on a baking sheet and chill until cool and set, at least 15 minutes or overnight. Bring to room temperature before serving.