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    List of Ingredients




    1 package Betty Crocker Fluffy White Frosting Mix
    1/3 cup light corn syrup
    1 teaspoon vanilla
    1/2 cup boiling water
    1 package (16 ounces) confectioner's sugar
    1 cup chopped nuts

    Recipe



    In small mixer bowl, combine frosting
    mix (dry), corn syrup, vanilla and
    boiling water.

    Beat on highest speed until stiff
    peaks form, about 5 minutes.

    Transfer to large mixer bowl; on low
    speed, gradually blend in sugar.

    Stir in nuts.

    Drop mixture by teaspoonfuls onto
    waxed paper.

    When outside of candy feels firm, turn
    over; dry at least 12 hours.

    Store candy in airtight container.

    Makes 5 to 6 dozen candies.

    Peppy Mints:

    Substitute 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
    for the vanilla and 1 cup crushed peppermint
    candy for the nuts.

    If you wish, tint with few drops green food color.

    Spanish Crunch:

    Substitute dark corn syrup for the
    light and salted shelled Spanish
    peanuts for the nuts.

    Candied Cherry Delights:

    Substitute 1 teaspoon almond extract for
    the vanilla and 1 cup chopped candied
    cherries for the nuts.

    If you wish, tint with few drops red food color.



 

 

 


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