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Martha Washington Candy Delight


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 135 minutes
  • Yield: 40 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious treat combining sweet, creamy flavors with a touch of crunch, perfect for gifting or enjoying any time of year.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 4 cups confectioners sugar
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 cups chopped pecans
  • 20 maraschino cherries, drained, chopped, and blotted dry
  • 1 pound chocolate almond bark
  • 1 cup white candy melts or white almond bark

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter in a large bowl and gradually add the confectioners sugar, mixing until light and fluffy.
  2. Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and add the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Stir in the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and chopped maraschino cherries until evenly mixed.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place half on each lined baking sheet.
  5. Refrigerate for about 2 hours or until firm (overnight is recommended for best results).
  6. Dip each ball in melted chocolate using a toothpick or fork, tapping off excess chocolate.
  7. Place dipped candies back onto the lined baking sheet and refrigerate to set. Repeat with the second tray.
  8. Allow the chocolate to fully set before serving.

Notes

Store in an air-tight container for freshness. They can be refrigerated for up to two weeks or frozen for up to three months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling, Dipping
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 19g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg