Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Fruit & Nut Easter Eggs

2 1/2 cups sugar

1 cup light corn syrup

3/4 cup hot water

1/2 pound marshmallow cream

1/2 cup shortening -- melted

1/4 cup confectioner's sugar

2 cups candied fruit

(pineapple and cherries)

nuts

dipping chocolate



In a saucepan, cook sugar, syrup and water to 265 degrees on a candy

thermometer. Add marshmallow crème and beat until almost firm. Add

melted shortening, confectioner's sugar, candied fruit and nuts. Mix

well. Shape eggs by hand and dip in dipping chocolate. Makes 10 eggs

which will keep for 6-8 months.

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