Coconut Almond Candy

Name: Coconut Almond Candy
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2 dozen
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

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Total Time:Prep: 45 min. + chilling

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Katrina Smith, Lawrence, Kansas

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Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

The secret ingredient in this homemade candy is a true surprise—no one tasting these delicious morsels will guess what’s in the sweet, creamy filling! —Katrina Smith, Lawrence, Kansas

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Coconut Almond Candy

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Yield:2 dozen

Prep:45 min

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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

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Directions

1
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
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
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.