Description

These coconut bonbons remind me of my favorite coconut and chocolate candy bars. They can be made with or without the nuts. These are great around the holidays, and would make a great gift.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 c. sweetened shredded coconut
• 24 oz. semi- sweet chocolate chips
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 t. vanilla
• 1/2 c. chopped walnuts, or favorite nuts, optional
• 2 sticks butter or 1 cup at room temperature
• 2 lb. powdered sugar
• 1-2 T. shortening, coconut or vegetable oil

Steps

1. Mix butter, milk and powdered sugar, vanilla, and coconut oil.
2. In a large bowl, using a mixer, blend together the stick of butter with sweetened condensed milk. Add all of the powdered sugar. Mix thoroughly.
3. Add the chopped pecans and coconut to the powdered sugar mixture. Mix well. Place bowl in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.