Crushed Peppermint Creams

• 1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
• 23 cup butter or 23 cup margarine, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 6 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
• 14 cup finely crushed peppermint candy (about 10 hard round candies)
• 12 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 6 ounces chocolate-flavored candy coating

1. In a large bowl, beat marshmallow creme, butter, and vanilla extract until well blended.
2. Gradually add confectioners sugar until mixture is well blended.
3. Knead mixture by hand 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Add crushed peppermint candies.
5. Shape teaspoonfuls of candy into 3/4-inch balls.
6. Place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
7. Chill 1 hour or until firm.
8. Melt chocolate chips and candy coating in the top of a double boiler over hot water.
9. Using a fork, dip candies halfway into melted chocolate, shaking off excess chocolate.
10. Return to baking sheet lined with wax paper.
11. Chill until chocolate hardens.
12. Store in airtight container in a cool place.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/crushed-peppermint-creams-330998 (may not work)