Description
Bring a touch of nostalgia to your kitchen with this Old-Fashioned Martha Washington Candy. This easy recipe features a creamy coconut and pecan filling, a sweet maraschino cherry center, and a rich chocolate coating. Perfect for a quick dessert, holiday treat, or edible gift idea, this no-bake candy is a classic you’ll want to make year after year. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, healthy snack options, or easy recipes for special occasions, this timeless favorite fits the bill.
Ingredients
1 can sweetened condensed milk
2 cups powdered sugar
3 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
30 maraschino cherries, halved and patted dry
2 cups melting chocolate or almond bark
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in shredded coconut and chopped pecans until fully combined.
3. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 1 hour to firm up.
4. Scoop out portions, flatten each, place a cherry half in the center, and roll into a ball.
5. Arrange balls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 30 minutes.
6. Melt chocolate or almond bark according to package instructions.
7. Dip each frozen ball into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off, then place back on parchment.
8. Allow chocolate to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate for 15 minutes.
Notes
Pat the cherries dry thoroughly to avoid moisture ruining the texture.
Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized candies and neater presentation.
If you want extra flair, sprinkle sea salt or drizzle white chocolate on top before the coating sets.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg