CRISPY CHIP CANDY MIX

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My grandchildren love to help me prepare this recipe. The mix makes a great gift gift because it looks pretty layered in a jar and speeds up the process of creating yummy candies.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups crisp rice cereal
3/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup dried cherries
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup butter, softened

Steps:

  • Place coconut in a small resealable plastic bag; set aside. In a 1-qt. jar with a tight-fitting lid, layer the cereal, chocolate chips, confectioners' sugar, pecans and cherries. Place bag in jar. Cover and store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months., To prepare candy: In a large bowl, combine peanut butter and butter. Stir in candy mix and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in coconut. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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