Martha Washington Candies are a delicious treat made with a buttery coconut filling that can be rolled into balls and optionally dipped in chocolate.
Author:Alex Lee
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 15 minutes
Yield:24 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup butter, melted
1 pound powdered sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
14 ounces sweetened shredded coconut
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and sweetened condensed milk. Mix until well combined.
Shape the mixture into small balls or patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until firm.
Optionally, you can dip the candies in chocolate for added flavor.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Chilling the mixture helps it hold its shape better.
These candies can be stored in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life.
Feel free to experiment with other toppings or rolling options.