Chocolate liquor rum date balls

When I was younger and doing athletics (running) mum got me onto date balls as a healthy energy booster. They tasted great and were all natural plus very easy and fun to make. All they consist of is pitted dates, almond meal and shredded coconut. So for Xmas I like to make them but with some added naughtiness! Rum or chocolate liquor rum (grandads homemade one). It's a healthier alternative to rum balls or chocolate balls. 

All you need to do is: heat the dates on the stove with a small amount of water. Let that dates soften and go mushy, they will soak up the water. Then add 1/4 cup of rum so it soaks in too. Stir in 3-4 table spoons of almond meal or lsa. You should be left with a gooey thick mixture that's easy to roll into balls. (Too much liquid and they won't set properly, so only add as needed, but make sure you taste to see if it's got enough of everything) Roll the balls into whatever size you want and roll in the coconut. Put them in the fridge over night and enjoy cold/room tempature. Also if your pregnant or don't want the alcohol use rum essence instead. Enjoy a healthy but yummy Christmas!