Crispy Chip Candy Mix Recipe

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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.

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Crispy Chip Candy Mix Recipe

Prep: 40 min. + chilling

Yield: 32 Servings

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Ingredients

3/4 cup flaked 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

Directions

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. Yield: about 2-1/2 dozen.

Editor's Note: Reduced-fat peanut butter is not recommended for this recipe.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving equals 123 calories, 8 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 4 mg cholesterol, 65 mg sodium, 12 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch.

Originally published as Crispy Chip Candy Mix in Country Woman Christmas Annual 2009, p62

How to Toast Nuts

Toasting nuts before using them in a recipe intensifies their flavor. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet and bake at 350° for 5 to 10 minutes or until lightly toasted. Be sure to watch them carefully so they don't burn.