Almond Joy Candy Recipe

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Almond Joy Candy
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Directions:

  1. Line two large cookie sheets with waxed paper.
  2. Set a large wire cooling rack on the paper; set aside.
  3. Place the coconut in a large bowl; set aside.
  4. Place corn syrup in a 1-cup glass measureing cup.
  5. Microwave on high (100%) 1 minute or until syrup boils.
  6. Immediately pour over coconut.
  7. Work warm syrup into coconut using the back of a wooden spoon until coconut is thoroughly coated.
  8. This takes a little time, and yes, there is enough syrup.
  9. Using 1 level tablespoon of coconut, shape into a ball by squeezing coconut firmly in palm of one hand, then rolling between both palms.
  10. HINT: Measure out all of the coconut then roll into balls.
  11. Place 2 inches apart on wire racks.
  12. Let dry 10 minutes.
  13. Reroll coconut balls so there are no loose ends of coconut sticking up.
  14. Place milk chocolate and shortening in a 4-cup glass measureing cup or 1 1/2 quart microwave-safe bowl.
  15. Microwave on high 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture can be stirred smooth and is glossy; stirring once or twice.
  16. Working quickly, spoon 1 level tablespoon of the chocolate over each coconut ball, making sure chocolate coats and letting excess chocolate drip down onto waxed paper.
  17. While chocolate coating is still soft, lightly press 1 almond on top of each.
  18. Let stand to set or place in refrigerator.
  19. Store in a single layer in air-tight container.
  20. Keeps best if refrigerated. Makes 26.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1558.05 Kcal (6523 kJ)
Calories from fat 1153.53 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 128.17g 197%
Cholesterol 39.49mg 13%
Sodium 981.53mg 41%
Potassium 955.58mg 20%
Total Carbs 36.07g 12%
Sugars 38.65g 155%
Dietary Fiber 14.65g 59%
Protein 30.6g 61%
Iron 4.4mg 24%
Calcium 342.6mg 34%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 932.12 Kcal (3903 kJ)
Calories from fat 690.11 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 76.68g 197%
Cholesterol 23.63mg 13%
Sodium 587.21mg 41%
Potassium 571.69mg 20%
Total Carbs 21.58g 12%
Sugars 23.12g 155%
Dietary Fiber 8.76g 59%
Protein 18.3g 61%
Iron 2.6mg 24%
Calcium 205mg 34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 41
    Points
  • 38
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • high fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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