COCONUT PECAN JOYS

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My five kids are always good judges as to whether or not my recipe experiments are worth repeating. They eagerly eat these chewy goodies.-Lisa Moravek, Corning, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon lemon juice
3/4 cup sugar
1 package (7 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, vanilla and lemon juice until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in coconut, pecans and chocolate chips., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

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