Chocolate nut balls

Chocolate nut balls

Ingredients/Components

• vanilla - 1/2 tsp
• pkg - 1 oz
• flaked coconut - 1/2 c
• egg - 1 item
• dash of salt - 1 item
• sifted powdered sugar - 1 c
• margarine - 2 Tbsp
• chopped peanuts - 1/2 c

How to make chocolate nut balls:

In a medium saucepan, melt chocolate chips and margarine over low heat, stirring frequently. Remove pan from heat. Cool to lukewarm. Beat in egg until smooth and glossy. Add sifted powdered sugar, vanilla and salt. Mix well. Stir in the 1/2 cup coconut and the chopped peanuts. Chill about 1 hour. Form into 1-inch balls. Roll in additional flaked coconut. Arrange on a baking sheet. Chill at least 3 hours or until firm. Makes about 2 1/2 dozen balls.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Fruit, Candy.