chocolate coconut candies

 

1 3/4 c powdered sugar

1 3/4 c flaked coconut

1 c chopped almonds

1/2 c sweetened condensed milk

2 c semi sweet chocolate chips

2 T shortening

 

in large bowl, combine powdered sugar, coconut, almonds, and milk.  shape into 1 inch balls.  refrigerate until firm about 20 minutes.  in microwave melt chocolate and shortening. stir until smooth.  dip balls in chocolate.  allow excess to drip off.  place on waxed paper.  let stand until set.  store in airtight container. makes about 2 1/2 dozen