Traditional Maine Needhams Recipe

Name: Traditional Maine Needhams
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup unseasoned mashed potatoes; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 lbs confectioners' sugar; 1/4 cup melted butter; 1/2 lb flaked coconut; 2 teaspoons vanilla; Coating; 12 ounces chocolate chips; 4 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares; 1/2 paraffin wax block (2.5 x 2.5 inches)

Servings: persons

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Cook potatoes unseasoned, then mash to
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make 3/4 cup.
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Combine salt, potatoes, melted butter, confectioner's sugar, flaked
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coconut and vanilla in a mixer until smooth and well blended.
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Turn into a lined jelly roll pan.Spread evenly (mixture will be very thick), then.
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place in refrigerator to harden (24 hours).
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Cut into small squares and dip in chocolate coating.
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For coating: melt paraffin and semi-sweet chocolate at the top of a double boiler.
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Turn down heat and add chocolate chips. Stir until chocolate has melted but mixture is still slightly thick. Keeping heat low to maintain melt, dip Needhams to coat. Place dipped squares on wax paper to cool. Needhams will keep very well for a long time refrigerated and will
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actually improve in flavor over a few weeks.

2032

kcal

Calories

Fat

346

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup unseasoned mashed potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 lbs confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter, and more.

Yes, Traditional Maine Needhams falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Traditional Maine Needhams

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