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Martha Washington Candies

Classic chocolate-covered candies filled with cherries, coconut and pecans in a sweet creamy center. A beloved holiday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, melted.
  • 1 pound powdered sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract.
  • 14 ounces sweetened shredded coconut.
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk.
  • 10 ounces maraschino cherries, drained and chopped.
  • 3 cups finely chopped pecans.
  • 16 ounces candy coating.

Instructions

  1. Finely chop maraschino cherries and dry thoroughly using paper towels.
  2. Combine melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, coconut, condensed milk, dried cherries and pecans.
  3. Mix ingredients thoroughly until well combined into a sticky mixture.
  4. Refrigerate filling mixture for at least 2 hours until firm enough to handle.
  5. Shape chilled mixture into 1-inch balls about walnut size.
  6. Place formed balls on lined tray and chill additional 20 minutes.
  7. Line baking sheet with parchment paper for dipped candies.
  8. Melt candy coating according to package directions until smooth.
  9. Dip each chilled ball in melted coating, tapping off excess chocolate.
  10. Place dipped candies on lined sheet and allow coating to set completely.

Notes

Perfect holiday gift.
Great for cookie trays.
Can be frozen.
Traditional recipe.

  • Author: Chef Stella

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Protein: 1 g