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~ christmas coconut peaks ~

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Private Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

Another easy family tradition. These can be made year round. They look so pretty adorning a cookie tray. Enjoy!

(2 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For ~ christmas coconut peaks ~

  • 1/4 c
    butter
  • 2 c
    confectioners' sugar - sifted
  • 1/4 c
    evaporated milk
  • 3 c
    coconut
  • 6 oz
    milk chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp
    crisco shortening

How To Make ~ christmas coconut peaks ~

  • 1
    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter - stir repeatedly until it becomes a golden color, making sure not to burn it. To this gradually stir in the milk, sugar and coconut. Cook just until the mixture is combined.
  • 2
    Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls on parchment or waxed paper.
  • 3
    Cool to lukewarm, then shape into peaks. Refrigerate until stiff.
  • 4
    Melt chocolate with the shortening in microwave safe bowl in 30 second increments. Stir until smooth and shiny.
  • 5
    Dip the bottom of each peak into the melted chocolate. Leave firm up on sheet. Place in a covered bowl and keep refrigerated.
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