2 cups white chocolate chips 1 (16 ounce) container vanilla frosting 2 cups miniature jelly beans in pastel colors (or the speckled type) Line a 9-inch square pan with foil and grease lightly. Melt the chips according to the package directions or in a heavy saucepan over very low heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate [...]
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1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup butter1 cup granulated sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt Beat shortening, butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Combine dry ingredients; blend into mixture. Chill dough for easy handling; roll out on lightly floured surface. Cut out [...]
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It’s never too early to start thinking of candy for Easter! 1/2 cup milk1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine2 (3 ounce) packages vanilla pudding and filling (not instant)1 (9 ounce) jar maraschino cherries1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts1 to 2 pounds confectioners’ sugar1 pound chocolate, melted Cut cherries in half, and drain well [...]
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2 boxes confectioners’ sugar1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine1 teaspoon salt1 small can Carnation evaporated milk1 package chopped nuts1 small bottle maraschino cherries, drained well and chopped1 can coconut1 small can crushed pineapple, drained well12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips In a large bowl, mix or beat together the sugar, butter, nuts, cherries, pineapple and [...]
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5 large marshmallows2 tablespoons prepared white frosting or white chocolate chips, melted2 (8-inch) pieces shoestring licorice, ribbon or string10 miniature marshmallowsAssorted candies or sprinkles, for decorating Stack 2 large marshmallows for each bunny, securing with some frosting or melted white chocolate. Tie licorice, ribbon or string around middle of each marshmallow stack to separate head [...]
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon REAL butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup flaked coconut2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon solid white shortening In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add sugar and coconut. Refrigerate for 1 1/2 hours or until easy to handle. Using hands dusted with confectioners’ [...]
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1 (11 ounce) package white chocolate chips2 teaspoons vegetable oil2 cups chow mein noodles1 cup shredded sweetened coconut3 1/2 ounces jelly beans, assorted fruit flavors Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Trace six 3 1/2-inch circles on parchment. Set aside. Melt chocolate chips in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Add [...]
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Green Coconut Nests are a fun and easy Easter treat to make! You will need1 pound green chocolate coating (color white chocolate with green food coloring)1 (7 ounce) package flaked or shredded coconut How to Make Green Coconut NestsIn the top of a double boiler, melt coating over hot, not boiling, water. Add coconut and [...]
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1 cup margarine8 ounces cream cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 pounds confectioners’ sugar2 1/4 cups peanut butter, chunky Cream margarine and cream cheese; add remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Roll into small eggs or balls. Place on cookie sheet on wax paper and freeze about 2 hours. For chocolate, use chocolate chips and [...]
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Yield: 60 eggs 3/4 cup mashed potatoes, unsalted 2 cups fresh or dried flaked coconut1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar 8 ounces semisweet chocolate 1 tablespoon vegetable oil In mixing bowl, mix potato, coconut, salt and vanilla extract. Gradually mix in sugar. Cover; refrigerate overnight. Shape into eggs, using [...]
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