COCONUT CREAM EGGS OR BONBONS

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Coconut cream eggs are one of my favorite Easter treats. The other two are Cadbury Cream eggs and marshmallow Peeps. I was thrilled to death to find this rich and creamy recipe for coconut eggs so I could make them year-round. The coconut centers can also be dyed to match the holiday.

Provided by Redneck Epicurean

Categories     Candy

Time 2h45m

Yield 40 candies

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/3 cup light corn syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 1/4 cups sweetened flaked coconut
additional confectioners' sugar
chocolate-flavored candy coating

Steps:

  • In large bowl, stir together butter, corn syrup, vanilla extract and salt.
  • Gradually add confectioners' sugar and coconut, beating until blended.
  • Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon additional confectioners' sugar on flat surface.
  • Spoon coconut mixture onto prepared surface; knead about 5 minutes.
  • Using 1 1/2 teaspoons mixture for each candy, shape into egg shape and place on wax paper-covered tray.
  • Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before dipping into chocolate coating.
  • Place coated eggs on wax paper-covered tray.
  • Store in cool, dry place.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.6, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 4.6, Sodium 63, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 14.3, Protein 0.2

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