Martha Washington Candies

Martha Washington Candies

Martha Washington candies are pecan candies that are hand-dipped in chocolate. They can be gifted during the holidays or just gobbled up whenever you have a hankering for them.

Prep Time:
45 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Total Time:
3 hrs 20 mins
Yield:
8 dozen
Servings:
96

Ingredients

  • 1 cup margarine
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • 2 cups chopped pecans
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1
Mix margarine, confectioners' sugar, and condensed milk together in large mixing bowl. Add coconut, pecans, and vanilla; mix well, using a large, sturdy spoon. Chill until firm enough to handle, about 30 minutes..

Step 2
Form into small balls and place onto wax paper-lined cookie sheets. Chill until very firm, at least 2 hours.

Step 3
Melt chocolate chips in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Using a toothpick, dip each ball into melted chocolate. Let cool on wax paper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

78
Calories
5g
Fat
8g
Carbs
0g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 96
Calories 78
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g 7%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol0mg 0%
Sodium6mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate8g 3%
Dietary Fiber1g 2%
Total Sugars7g
Protein0g
Vitamin C0mg 0%
Calcium4mg 0%
Iron0mg 1%
Potassium31mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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