Description
Martha Washington Candy is a classic sweet treat made with a rich mixture of butter, coconut, cherries, pecans, and chocolate. These bite-sized candies are perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special homemade gift.
Ingredients
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For the Candy:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 14 ounces sweetened shredded coconut
- 10 oz. jar maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 3 cups pecans, chopped
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 6 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons shortening
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened butter, vanilla, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and beat until combined.
- Mix in the coconut, cherries, and pecans. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to firm up the mixture.
- Line two large sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Use a scoop or melon baller to form balls from the chilled mixture. Roll the balls in the palms of your hands for uniformity.
- Place the formed balls onto parchment paper and refrigerate.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips and shortening in increments until melted.
- Dip and roll each candy ball in the melted chocolate. Tap to remove excess and place on paper to set.
- Continue dipping and setting all the candy balls. Refrigerate to set quickly.
Notes
- Store Martha Washington Candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- You can customize this recipe by using different nuts or adding a splash of rum or bourbon to the mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing, Chilling, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Martha Washington Candy, Candy Recipe, Homemade Candy, Holiday Treat, Chocolate Covered Candy
