Ingredients
1 cup of melted butter
1 pound of powdered sugar
1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
14 ounces of sweetened shredded coconut
14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk
10 ounces of well-drained, chopped maraschino cherries
3 cups of finely chopped pecans
16 ounces of melted candy coating for dipping the balls
Instructions
1-Start by mixing all the main ingredients in a large bowl, which sets the stage for that creamy center.
2-First, gather your ingredients and prepare your workspace by lining a pan or tray with parchment paper. Combine the 1 cup of melted butter, 1 pound of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, 14 ounces of sweetened shredded coconut, 14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk, 10 ounces of well-drained and chopped maraschino cherries, and 3 cups of finely chopped pecans in a bowl.
3-Mix everything thoroughly, then chill the mixture for at least two hours to firm it up.
4-After chilling, form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a tray for another 20 minutes in the fridge.
5-Finally, melt the 16 ounces of candy coating and dip each ball, setting them on parchment paper until the coating hardens.
Last Step:
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🍒 Tip: Ensure maraschino cherries are well-drained to prevent excess moisture.
🥥 Tip: Chill the mixture thoroughly before shaping for easier handling.
🍫 Tip: Use high-quality candy coating and melt carefully to avoid clumps and ensure smooth dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chilling Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Treat
- Method: Mixing, Chilling, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy