Chocolate Coconut Candies
April 18, 2012
Chocolate and coconut makes an excellent combination when you want to come up with a delectable chocolate lover's recipe.
This recipe is easy to make and calls for only a few ingredients. These chocolate coconut bites are perfect as a family snack time treat. They're also delightful if you're looking to come up with something that's easy to whip up and serve at parties. Also, they make for a good gift, especially when the person you're giving them to is a self-proclaimed chocoholic.
Coconut, when blended in with chocolate, provides with a deliciously succulent and subtle sensation in the mouth. Whether you're making them to make your children jump for joy or you're aiming to impress people at your office party, you might want to consider this recipe. It’s extremely easy to make as balls or bars.
| Chocolate Coconut Candies • 1 cup cold or warm mashed potatoes • 1 pound powdered sugar • 1 teaspoon almond extract • 1 pound flaked coconut • 2 cups chocolate chips • 2 tablespoons shortening Mix potatoes, powdered sugar, and almond extract in large bowl. Stir in coconut. Heat chocolate chips and shortening over low heat until melted. Coconut Balls: Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper; shape into balls. If mixture is too soft, refrigerate until able to handle. Dip 1 ball at a time until coated; place on waxed paper. Chill balls until firm. Coconut Bars: Press mixture into an ungreased 13x9-inch pan. Spread with melted chocolate. Chill until firm; cut into bars 2x1 inch. |
Enjoy!
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