Name: Chocolate-Covered Coconut Candy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 5
Ingredients: 1-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar -; 1-3/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut -; 1 cup chopped almonds -; 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk -; 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips -; 2 tablespoons shortening -; Optional: Chopped almonds, sliced almonds, sprinkles and additional coconut -

Ingredients for - Chocolate-Covered Coconut Candy

1. 1-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar

2. 1-3/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut

3. 1 cup chopped almonds

4. 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

5. 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

6. 2 tablespoons shortening

7. Optional: Chopped almonds, sliced almonds, sprinkles and additional coconut

How to cook deliciously - Chocolate-Covered Coconut Candy

1 . Stage

In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, coconut, almonds and milk. Shape into 1-in. balls. Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.

2 . Stage

In a microwave, melt semisweet chips and shortening on high for about 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

3 . Stage

Dip balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Coat or garnish with ingredients of your choice. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.