Martha Washington Candies

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 lb powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 (14 oz) package sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 (10 oz) jar maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
• 3 cups pecans, finely chopped
• (16 oz) chocolate coating

PREPARATION

1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, stir together butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, coconut, condensed milk, and pecans. Fold in chopped cherries. Refrigerate mixture for at least two hours.
3. Using a small cookie scoop, scoop out and roll into balls. Place onto prepared baking sheet. Chill until firm, about 20 minutes.
4. Once firm, add chocolate coating to a microwave-safe bowl and melt according to package instructions. Dip balls in melted chocolate, shaking off excess. Place back on wax paper and allow to sit until firm. Enjoy!