1/4 pound butter or magarine
12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts
12 ounces colored mini marshmallows
7 ounces sweetened grated coconut
Heat butter and chocolate chips in the top of a double boiler over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Cool slightly. Toss marshmallows and nuts in a large bowl; stir in chocolate. Tear five 9-inch sheets of waxed paper and sprinkle each generously with coconut. Divide dough into fifths and place each fifth on a sheet of waxed paper. Roll tightly into 2-inch diameter logs and refrigerate overnight or until firm. Before serving, unwrap from waxed paper and cut into 1/2" slices.
A cookie baker in upstate New York Oct 8, 2008
Would make this again.
Would make this again. Made them for the first time last year, for the Holidays. Only problem for me was the colored marshmallows were fruit flavored, so I has to use the white marsmallows, still looked good, and tastes great. Kids loved them, I omit the nuts because of children with allergies.
Marjorie Bowles in California Jan 2, 2008
Would make this again.
I have made these, which I have called church windows, for years. I was unable to make them this year as I was unable to find colored marshmallows!
A cookie baker Dec 11, 2007
Would make this again.
This was my Dads favorite, so we make it every year and remember him as we eat it. I make mine in mini loaf pans and then slice it. I think that makes it less messy
fern in rhode island Dec 2, 2007
Would make this again.
Aunt made this recipe years ago. I tried it-----lots of positive comments at church bazaar!!!!! Sweet, but a nice treat to pass around at a party!!!! I used powdered confectioners sugar instead of coconut.
Courtney in Meriden, CT Nov 21, 2007
Would make this again.
I love these.
My Aunt Dodie used to make these all the time for the holidays they remind me so much of her..
I would definatly make these again..
Kat in Benton City Wa Nov 20, 2007
Would make this again.
My mom used to make these when we were kids and we all loved them. When we lost Mom we also lost many of her recipes.
This is identical to hers with the exception that she always rolled her logs in finely crushed Graham Cracker crumbs instead of powdered sugar or coconut.
I am so glad I found this recipe again.
Everyone will be pleased to see them at Christmas.
Margaret in Loveland, Ohio Jan 10, 2007
Would make this again.
I read and pondered upon all of the comments about this recipe before deciding to make it. I must say, the comments intrigued me more than the recipe. I was amazed to read about the tradition this cookie was with so many people as I had never heard of it. The result...I can't say enough about this recipe! Yes, it is messy. But it is EASY overall and what a beautiful presentation and taste. I made numerous batches experimenting with coconut 'vs' powdered sugar 'vs' molding in tin cans as well as increasing the chocolate/nuts mixture, etc. Best to follow the directions. The only exception is that, even though I am a coconut lover, the powdered sugar is far superior in taste and presentation...and oddly enough, not as messy. In my opinion, the coconut overpowers the taste of the minor nut and chocolate ingredients. It will DEFINITELY become a tradition with my family. What an AWESOME recipe.
A cookie baker in Minneapolis, MN Dec 7, 2006
Would not make this again.
This was easy and I thought it would be a sure hit, unfortunatly, it was a big flop. If I were to make this again (which I will not) I'd decrease the amount of marshmallows by a quarter or third, perhaps swap the nuts for raisins to give it a moister taste, and try using either a real high quality semi sweet chip or a milk chocolote chip.
laura Dec 6, 2006
Would make this again.
This recipe is easy and tastes wonderful. They are very eye-catching and don't last long.
Ellen in Winnipeg Dec 3, 2006
Would make this again.
My mum used to make these when I was a little girl. We called them marshmallow logs. I am taking them to our cookie exchange this week. My husband stands by to eat the "ends" that are a little misshapen. They are so yummy!
