Chocolate Coconut Candies
Source of Recipe
Grandma
Recipe Introduction
This candy is great for Christmas or anytime a sweet treat is desired.
List of Ingredients
3/4 Cup Mashed Potatoes
16 Ounces Confectioners' Sugar
4 Cups Flaked Coconut
1 Teaspoon Almond Extract
Chocolate Coating (Below)
CHOCOLATE COATING:
2 Tablespoons Soft Butter
2 Tablespoons Corn Syrup
3 Tablespoons Water
1 Package Chocolate Frosting MixRecipe
Mix all ingredients except chocolate coating. Drop mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Roll into balls; chill 1/2 to 1 hour or until firm. If mixture is too soft to form balls, chill before shaping. Prepare chocolate coating. Using tongs or forks, dip balls in coating, turning to coat evenly. Keep coating over hot water while dipping balls. Remove balls from coating and place on waxed paper or wire rack. Chill until firm. Yields about 5 dozen candies.
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