Description

Church Window Cookies are a delightful no-bake treat featuring a smooth chocolate and butter base studded with pastel miniature marshmallows and toasted walnuts, rolled in flaked coconut for a festive and textured finish. These colorful, bite-sized cookies come together quickly and chill to a firm, sliceable consistency perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime snacking.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Mixture

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup butter, cubed

Mix-ins

1 package (10 ounces) pastel miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Coating

2 cups flaked coconut

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Instructions

Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a large saucepan, melt the semisweet chocolate chips and cubed butter over low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture is completely smooth and evenly blended. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly to avoid melting the marshmallows in the next step.
Add Marshmallows and Walnuts: Gently stir in the pastel miniature marshmallows and toasted chopped walnuts into the cooled chocolate mixture until they are evenly distributed.
Form Rolls: Divide the mixture into three equal portions. Place each portion onto a piece of waxed paper and, using the waxed paper to help shape, form each into a 10-inch long log or roll.
Coat with Coconut: Roll each chocolate log in the flaked coconut until fully coated on all sides, ensuring an even layer of coconut on the surface.
Chill and Slice: Wrap each coated roll tightly in waxed paper and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Once chilled and firm, unwrap and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices for serving.

Notes

To toast walnuts, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned.
For easier slicing, use a sharp knife warmed by dipping in hot water and wiping dry before each cut.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
For a nut-free version, omit the walnuts or substitute with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (1 slice)
Calories: 105
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 25mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1.5g
Cholesterol: 15mg