Strawberry Candies

Contributor:  Joleen Crosby
CC Original

14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
1 lb coconut, finely ground
2 (3 oz.) package strawberry jello
1 cup finely ground almonds
1 T sugar
1 tsp vanilla

combine milk, coconut, 1 (3 oz.) package jello, almonds, sugar and vanilla, mixing well.  Shape into strawberries.  Roll candies in remaining jello, coating well.  Make leaves with royal icing using decorating tip #67.  Let dry thoroughly and store in covered container.  Yield 6 dozen.

Royal Icing
1 large egg white
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1 3/4 cup sifted powdered sugar

Combine egg white and cream of tartar in mixing bowl.  Beat at medium speed until frothy.  Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.  Beat for 5 minutes or until stiff.  Keep covered when not using.  Yield 2/3 cups.

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