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Chocolate Coconut Pecans Balls


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  • Author: Recipe Creator
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious treat made with chocolate, coconut, and pecans.


Ingredients

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  • 0 cup butter, softened
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 pounds powdered sugar
  • 2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 10 ounces maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
  • 16 ounces chocolate melting wafers
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat together 0 cup of softened butter and 14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
  2. Gradually add 2 pounds of powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
  3. Fold in 2 cups chopped pecans, 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, and 10 ounces chopped maraschino cherries. Mix until evenly combined.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour or until firm.
  5. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 1 hour.
  6. Melt 16 ounces of chocolate wafers with 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
  7. Dip each ball into the chocolate using a fork. Tap off excess and place on parchment to set completely.

Notes

  • Store balls in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • These can be frozen for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg