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Old-Fashioned Christmas Candy
A nostalgic holiday treat inspired by Valerie's family recipe. A sweet, buttery base loaded with candied cherries, pecans, and coconut, chilled, then dipped in glossy chocolate. Perfect for gifting or a festive snack.
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Critical Success Points
- • Gradually adding powdered sugar to avoid a mess.
- • Chilling the candy base for at least 2 hours so it holds together.
- • Using a double boiler to melt chocolate and wax safely.
- • Dipping quickly to prevent chocolate from hardening before coating.
Safety Warnings
- • Paraffin wax is flammable; keep away from open flames and do not overheat.
- • Hot chocolate can cause burns – use oven mitts and handle the double boiler carefully.
- • Use a sturdy fork or tongs to avoid slipping while dipping.
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