Orange apricot balls

25 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupFinely chopped dried apricots
3tablespoonsGrand Marnier (orange-flavored liqueur)
2cupsGround vanilla wafers
½cupPlus 2 T confectioner's sugar
¼cupFinely choped slivered almonds, toasted
2tablespoonsFrozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

Directions

Combine apricots and Grand Marnier in small bowl, let stand at least 1 hour to soften. In medium bowl, combine vanilla wafers, ½ c confectioner's sugar and almonds. Stir in apricots with liquid and orange juice concentrate. Blend well. Form 1-inch balls. Roll balls in 2 T confectioner's sugar. Place in airtight container for at least 2 days for flavors to develop; refrigerate for longer storage.

If desired, roll in additional confectioner's sugar before serving.

Orange-apricot balls will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator.

Allow to come to room temperature before serving. Makes 25.

Source: Safeway Preferred Customer News, December 1991 Enjoy.

Barbara