COCONUT ALMOND CANDIES

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I love Christmas candy, and these simple but special chocolates are among my favorites. They're easy to assemble in paper-lined muffin cups.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, chopped
3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons butter, softened
1 package (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips, divided
8 ounces white candy coating
1 tablespoon shortening
1 package (2-1/4 ounces) unblanched almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the coconut, milk, confectioners' sugar and butter until blended (mixture will be sticky); set aside., In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips, candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon chocolate mixture into 42 paper-lined miniature muffin cups. , Shape 1/2 teaspoonfuls of coconut mixture into balls; gently press into chocolate. Top each with an almond. Spoon 1 teaspoon chocolate mixture over each. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

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