Step 1

In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Add the sugar and stir until the sugar has dissolved.

Step 2

Add the vanilla essence, cinnamon and the dates and heat for five minutes until the dates are soft.

Step 3

Take the mixture off the stove and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Add the whisked egg and mix well.

Step 5

Add the biscuits and coat well with the mixture.

Step 6

Put the mixture in the fridge to cool for 20 minutes and then roll into medium-sized balls.

Step 7

Roll in coconut and store in an airtight container, in the fridge.