Coconut Chocolate Peaks

Directions

1. 1
   Also need wax paper and candy papers (they are like mini-cupcake papers).
2. 2
   In a large bowl, mix together coconut and cream, set aside.
3. 3
   Melt butter and add to coconut/cream mixture, stir well.
4. 4
   Stir in powdered sugar, mix until well blended.
5. 5
   Add vanilla to mixture and stir well.
6. 6
   Form peaks by dropping coconut mixture onto waxed paper lined cookie sheet a 1/2 tablespoon at a time until all coconut mixture is used.
7. 7
   Refrigerate peaks for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until they have firmed up.
8. 8
   Melt chocolate and Crisco over hot (not boiling) water, stirring until smooth and melted.
9. 9
   Dip bottom 1/2 to 3/4 of each peak into chocolate mixture.
10. 10
    Place the chocolate coated peaks back on the waxed paper after dipping.
11. 11
    Refrigerate until very firm, about 1 hour.
12. 12
    When peaks have firmed, remove them from waxwd paper and place in candy papers.
13. 13
    Store them in a covered container in the refrigerator until serving.