ReTRo HouSeWiFe

RECIPES FROM THE RETRO HOUSEWIFE

DESSERT

Kris Kringles, American

Ingredients

• 1 6 oz pkg. semi sweet chocolate pieces
• 2 T. butter
• 1 egg
• 1 cup sifted flour
• Dash of salt
• ½ t. vanilla
• ½ c. flaked coconut
• ½ c. dry roasted peanuts

Preparation Instructions

In a medium saucepan, melt chocolate and butter over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; cool to lukewarm. Beat in egg until smooth and glossy, Add powdered sugar, salt and vanilla; mix well. Stir in coconut and nuts. Chill. Form into 10-inch-long roll. Wrap and chill until firm, several hours or overnight. Slice ¼ inch thick.

Makes 40 slices.

Contributed by Mrs.G. W. Furqueron, 1960

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