Description
A delightful treat combining creamy sweetness, crunchy pecans, and chewy coconut, all rolled in chocolate for indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs. confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups finely chopped pecans
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 (10 oz.) jar maraschino cherries, chopped (optional)
- 1 (12 oz.) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tsp shortening (such as Crisco)
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Mix in the confectioners’ sugar, then stir in the chopped pecans and coconut. If using, fold in the chopped cherries.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon and place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the balls for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 2 hours to help them stay firm during dipping.
- Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a double boiler or bowl set over simmering water, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Dip each filling ball using a fork into the melted chocolate, coating fully, and let excess drip off before placing on wax paper.
- Chill candies in the fridge for about 15 minutes until the chocolate sets. Store in a sealed container in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
For a more intense flavor, consider toasting the pecans before adding them to the mixture. Use high-quality chocolate for the best taste when coating the candies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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