Chocolate Coated Macaroon Balls
BALLS:
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 1/2 cups flaked coconut
3 tablespoons milk
COATING:
1 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup corn syrup
2 tablespoons shortening
In large bowl, combine powdered sugar and coconut. Gradually stir in milk. Knead
mixture on powdered sugar-dusted surface for 1-2 minutes or until smooth. Roll
mixture into 3/4" balls. Refrigerate balls while preparing coating. In small
saucepan over low heat, melt coating ingredients, stirring constantly. Remove
from heat. Set saucepan in pan of warm water to maintain dipping consistency.
Insert toothpick in ball; dip in melted chocolate. Place balls on waxed
paper-lined cookie sheet or insert toothpicks in piece of styrofoam. Refrigerate
balls 15 minutes or until chocolate is set. Place in candy cup papers. Store in
fridge. Makes 54.