Shaggy Dogs

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Additional Time

    3 hrs

  • Total Time

    3 hrs 20 mins

  • Servings

    48 pieces

  • Calories

    172 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Shaggy Dogs

An old fashioned homemade candy - this Shaggy Dog Candy Recipe is perfect for the Christmas plate! Chocolate and marshmallows are rolled in coconut in this decadent treat.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 6 oz. chocolate chips semi-sweet
  • 2 egg beaten
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 10 oz. miniature marshmallows
  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Combine the butter and chocolate chips in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the chocolate and butter are both melted and the mixture is smooth.
  2. Turn off the heat and then very slowly, whisking continuously, pour in the eggs. Continue to whisk until smooth. Add in the powdered sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, until completely incorporated until smooth.  Stir in the marshmallows. Refrigerate the mixture until it starts to set up.
  3. Lay down a piece of parchment paper or wax paper. Sprinkle 1/3 of the coconut over the top. Divide the chocolate/marshmallow mixture into 3 equal portion. Place one portion of the mixture on the coconut and form it into a log, about 1 1/2” thick and 8 inches long. (I found that it is easiest to do with greased hands.)  Roll the log over the coconut, pressing the coconut into the sides to adhere. Transfer the coconut covered log to a piece of plastic wrap and wrap tightly. Repeat with the remaining 2 portions.
  4. Refrigerate the candy until set up, at least a couple hours, up to 3 weeks. When ready to serve, unwrap the log and cut it into 1/2-inch slices.

Notes

  • adapted from Candymaking
  • adapted from Candymaking
  • Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts.
  • Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 2pieces Calories 172kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0g (0%) Trans Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 26mg (9%) Sodium 56mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 19g (38%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 48pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 172 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 2pieces
Calories 172kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 26mg 9%
Sodium 56mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 19g 38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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