Maggie’s ‘Fifteens’!
Description:
An Irish colleague of my daughter’s gave her this recipe. She simply calls it 15s! Read on and you will know why! These are great things to make especially at Christmas as they are colourful and go a long way. 🎄🌟
Recipe Overview:
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, < 15 Mins, No Cook
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (1 review)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 154.4
- Fat: 6.7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.9g
- Cholesterol: 7.6mg
- Sodium: 47.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.1g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 19.3g
- Protein: 2.8g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 15 | Walnuts |
| 15 | Marshmallows |
| 15 | Glacé cherries |
| 15 | Digestive biscuits (crushed) |
| 1/2 can | Sweetened condensed milk |
| 3/4 cup | Desiccated coconut |
Instructions:
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Mix the walnuts, marshmallows, glacé cherries, and crushed digestive biscuits in a large bowl.
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Add enough sweetened condensed milk to bring all the ingredients into a ball.
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Divide the mixture into two equal parts and shape each part into a sausage-like roll.
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Scatter half of the desiccated coconut on a clean work surface.
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Roll one of the sausage-like rolls over the coconut, coating it evenly.
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Repeat the process with the remaining coconut and the other sausage-like roll.
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Place the rolls on a tray and refrigerate until firm, approximately 2 hours.
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Cut the chilled rolls into 1/2 inch thick discs.
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Note: These cookies can be made in large quantities and stored refrigerated in zip lock bags. They last for weeks.
Serving:
- Yield: 12-16 little cookies
Tips:
- These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or as edible gifts.
- Experiment with different types of nuts or add chocolate chips for variation.
- Enjoy them with a cup of hot cocoa or Irish coffee for a delightful treat.
Enjoy your homemade Maggie’s ‘Fifteens’! 🍪✨
