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Martha Washington Candy is a holiday treat from my husband’s side of the family. It has a sweet, creamy filling that’s mixed in with coconut and chopped pecans and then covered in chocolate. Sounds amazing, right?! It is! I have to admit, the only real downside to making these is that the process is a bit messy. Not a big deal when it’s just my husband and I. But now we have 5 little people who are eagerly awaiting their chance to help. Suddenly now, messy recipes take on new meaning! I’ve learned that some handy kitchen gadgets and a little preparation go a long way in minimizing the messiness. That and somewhere along the way, I just relaxed and came to enjoy the process- sticky hands, messy countertops and all.
Delta recently sent me a new faucet complete with Delta® Touch2O Technology. Can I just say- it’s incredible. The water comes on and goes off all with a light tap of your finger…hand, wrist..elbow- pretty much any part of you that’s not covered in powdered sugar and coconut. This new faucet really helped clean-up go fast after we made our treats. I’m not sure when the novelty will wear off, but I’ve never seen my kids so thrilled to wash their hands. Ever. (Pretty please never let the novelty wear off!)
We opted for the Cassidy faucet with Touch2O Technology in Venetian Bronze. The finish goes well with my kitchen and I love how there are no water spots left on it. Installation is easy and doesn’t really require much beyond a regular faucet installation. The only additional item is the small battery pack you hang on the cupboard wall underneath the sink. The water flow and temperature are still adjusted manually with the handle. Just set the handle in an “on” position and you’re ready to tap on and off. It does take a day or two to get used to, but now I tap everyone’s faucets and wonder what the deal is when the water doesn’t immediately come on!
Ready to get messy? I altered this recipe to improve the taste and texture. It’s apparently a Southern classic and it’s perfect for family night. You know the saying- many (sticky) hands make light work!
Martha Washington Candy
yields about 85-100 candies
- 1 14-oz bag sweetened shredded coconut
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup butter, melted (1 stick)
- 1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 cups 1/2 a block of melting chocolate + 1 tsp coconut oil (or shortening), for thinning
- holiday sprinkles
Combine coconut, powdered sugar and chopped pecans in a large bowl. Pour in sweetened condensed milk, butter and vanilla. Mix well, using your hands if that’s easier, until all the ingredients are well combined.
Cover bowl and set in the fridge for at least a couple hours, or even overnight if that’s more convenient.
Take chilled mixture and form 1″ balls. Set on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze candy for at least 10-15 minutes.
Melt chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave for about 1 minute. Gently stir and add additional time in 15 second increments, until it’s smooth.
Dip candies in chocolate and return to parchment lined pan. Top with sprinkles, if desired.
Enjoy having fun getting messy & making memories in the kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 1 14- oz bag sweetened shredded coconut
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup butter melted (1 stick)
- 1 14- oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 cups 1/2 a block of melting chocolate + 1 tsp coconut oil or shortening, for thinning
- holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Combine coconut, powdered sugar and chopped pecans in a large bowl. Pour in sweetened condensed milk, butter and vanilla. Mix well, using your hands if that's easier, until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Cover bowl and set in the fridge for at least a couple hours, or even overnight if that's more convenient.
- Take chilled mixture and form 1" balls. Set on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze candy for at least 10-15 minutes.
- Melt chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave for about 1 minute. Gently stir and add additional time in 15 second increments, until it's smooth.
- Dip candies in chocolate and return to parchment lined pan. Top with sprinkles, if desired.
Dena Parker says
We make these every year and we do some like this and then we cut cherries up in some and it’s a big hit. Enjoy
Jessica says
Great idea!
Adrienne Wilson says
Hello! a neighbor just made me these & they are super delicious! One of my daughters has a tree nut allergy though…do you think I could substitute the pecans with oatmeal? Or something else…?
Jessica says
you could replace them with rice krispie cereal! Maybe try that?
Gail says
Making for my friend-he said a sweet friend used to make it for him but she was elderly and passed away-I want to surprise him!!
Kaylie says
Great idea! I hope it goes well