posted by Mai 03-28-103 7:39 AM
Easy Coconut Easter Cut-Outs
1 c Chocolate Chips (Semi-Sweet)
2 tsp Shortening*
Tinted Coconut
1/4 tsp Water
1 drop Food color
1/2 c Sweetened Coconut Flakes
Do NOT use butter, margarine, oil, or vegetable oil spread
Cover bottom of 13x9-inch pan with heavy duty foil.
In small microwave-safe bowl, place chocolate chips and shortening. Microwave at hogh (100%) 1 to 1-1/2 minutes, or until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth when stirred. Immediately spread mixture evenly on foil to about 1/8-inch thick; pat tinted coconut evenly onto chocolate.
Refrigerate for 5 to 10 minutes or until beginning to firm. Press sturdy, Easter-shaped cookie cutters down to foil, cutting through coconut and chocolate; do not remove shapes. Return to refrigerator until completely firm; gently remove foil. Gently press out shapes; cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Use as garnish for desserts.
6 to 12 cut-outs.
Tinted Coconut: In small bowl, stir together 1/4 teaspoon water and 1 drop food color. Stir in 1/2 cup Sweetened Coconut Flakes; with fork, toss until evenly tinted.