Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent Holiday Martha Washington Candy with layers of creamy coconut, crunchy pecans, and smooth chocolate coating. Perfect for festive occasions or gift-giving!
Ingredients
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Main Candy:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 8 cups powdered sugar (2 pounds)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups sweetened coconut flakes
- 3 cups chopped pecans
- 2 (24-ounce- packages) chocolate flavored almond bark candy coating
- white almond bark, additional chopped pecans, additional coconut for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Candy: In a large mixing bowl, combine butter, sweetened condensed milk, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined. Stir in coconut and chopped pecans.
- Shape the Candy: Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Chill in the fridge until firm.
- Cover in Chocolate: Melt the chocolate almond bark according to package instructions. Dip each candy ball into the melted chocolate, coating evenly. Place back on the wax paper to set.
- Garnish (optional): Decorate with white almond bark, chopped pecans, or coconut flakes if desired. Let the candies cool completely before serving or gifting.
Notes
- For a festive touch, use holiday-themed molds to shape the candy.
- Store Martha Washington Candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg