COCONUT (ALMOND) JOYS

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These do not look like Mounds or Almond Joys, but the taste is very similar. I make these every Christmas along with my cookies and they are very easy and quick to make. They are very pretty on a tray when placed in decorated mini muffin liners.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Candy

Time 30m

Yield 36 candies

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup butter, melted
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 cups sweetened flaked coconut
2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or 2 ounces milk chocolate chips, melted
almond halves or slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine melted butter, sugar and coconut and mix well.
  • Shape rounded teaspoonfuls into balls and place on cookie or baking sheet lined with waxed paper.
  • Flatten each ball slightly by making an indentation in the center with thumb or finger.
  • Fill centers with melted chocolate.
  • Place an almond half or sliver on top, if desired.
  • Chill until firm and store in refrigerator.

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