Name: Coconut Almond Candy
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut -; 1/2 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter) -; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract -; 1/8 teaspoon salt, optional -; 2 cups confectioners' sugar -; 24 unblanched almonds, toasted -; 1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips -; 1 tablespoon butter -

Ingredients for - Coconut Almond Candy

1. 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

2. 1/2 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)

3. 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

4. 1/8 teaspoon salt, optional

5. 2 cups confectioners' sugar

6. 24 unblanched almonds, toasted

7. 1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips

8. 1 tablespoon butter

How to cook deliciously - Coconut Almond Candy

1 . Stage

In a large bowl, mix coconut, potatoes, vanilla and, if desired, salt. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 1 hour.

2 . Stage

With hands dusted with confectioners' sugar, shape mixture into twenty-four 1-in. ovals. Flatten slightly, then wrap each around an almond. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets; freeze until firm, at least 30 minutes.

3 . Stage

In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Using a fork, dip candies into chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Return to baking sheets; refrigerate until set. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container in the refrigerator.