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Mrs. Crippen's Candy Cookies Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2/3 stick margarine
1 C. graham cracker crumbs
1 bag chocolate chips (12 oz)
1/2 bag coconut
1 can Eagle Brand milk
1- 1.5 C. chopped pecans
Directions:
Directions:
Melt margarine and add crumbs. Press gently into bottom of 9x13 pan.
Melt chocolate chips and pour over crust.
Sprinkle on coconut.
Pour milk over top - spread evenly.
Sprinkle pecans to make a solid topping.
Press down somewhat firmly.
Bale at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Shelby Anderson's mother made these frequently. Shelby was my choir director at my church for several years and then lived close to Noreen in Foley for a few years.

 

 

 

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