Martha Washington's Famous Candy Recipe
If it's good enough for the first lady, it's good enough for us! Martha Washington's Famous Candy Recipe is a delicious no bake treat that is perfect for gifting during the holidays. Everyone loves homemade candy, and this recipe hits the spot. If you're looking for a great hostess gift to give out at a party or just something to decorate the dessert table with, this homemade candy is a great option. It's not hard to make, and since it's a no bake recipe, it comes together easily. The only real waiting you'll have to do is when you have to throw it in the fridge to set. What a treat!
Yields36
Chilling Time1 hr
Ingredients
- 3 cup pecans
- 2 cup coconut
- 4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 stick butter at room temperature
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 jar maraschino cherries, drained and pat dry
- 2 cup chocolate candy melts
Instructions
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Place pecans and coconut into a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
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Using an electric mixer, cream sugar and butter together until light. Add milk and the chopped nuts and coconut and stir until well mixed.
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Roll between your palms into small balls, forming each around a maraschino cherry. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
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Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour.
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Place chocolate melts into a glass bowl and melt in the microwave. Heat on high for 30 seconds, stir, and repeat until all chocolate is melted and smooth.
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Dip each ball of candy into the chocolate allowing excess to drip back into the bowl.
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Place on a parchment lined baking sheet and allow to harden.