Washington Candies

01Method

1. 1

   Assemble all the required ingredients before starting.

2. 2

   Combine the margarine, confectioners' sugar, and condensed milk in a large bowl, stirring until thoroughly blended.

3. 3

   Fold in the coconut, pecans, and vanilla, mixing with a sturdy spoon until evenly combined. Refrigerate until the mixture is firm enough to shape, about 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Roll the chilled mixture into small balls and arrange them on wax paper-lined baking sheets. Return to the refrigerator and chill until very firm, at least 2 hours.

5. 5

   Melt the chocolate chips in the top half of a double boiler set over gently simmering water, stirring until smooth.

6. 6

   Spear each ball with a toothpick and submerge it in the melted chocolate. Transfer to wax paper and allow to set completely.