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Martha Washington Candy

Martha Washington Candy

Martha Washington Candies are a classic Christmas treat that has been around for years. Mrs. Martha know how to make a delicious candy full of coconut, pecans, and cherries. Today I'm sharing the keys to success with you. 
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 36 servings
Author: Jennifer

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter melted
  • 1 lb powdered sugar
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 package 14 oz sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 jar 10 oz maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
  • 3 cups pecans finely chopped
  • 16 oz chocolate coating melted

Instructions

  • Combine butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and pecans in a large bowl. Gently stir in chopped cherries. 
  • Refrigerate at least two hours. 
  • Use small cookie scoop to portion out filling then roll into balls and place on wax paper-covered cookie sheets.
  • Refrigerate on cookie sheets for at least 20 minutes until firm.
  • Melt chocolate coating in microwave. Dip balls into chocolate coating then tap off the excess. Place chocolate-covered balls on waxed paper until firm. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1grams
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