Calico Snowball Recipe

1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 (7-ounce) jar marshmallow creme
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Coconut and/or decorator sugars
42 multi-colored miniature marshmallows

Place butter and marshmallow crème in large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH, stirring once, until melted (1 to 2 minutes). Add powdered sugar; stir until smooth.

Place coconut and/or decorator sugars in small bowls. Shape 2 teaspoons marshmallow mixture around 1 miniature marshmallow. Immediately roll in coconut or decorator sugars. Place onto waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until set (2 hours or overnight).

Makes 42 candies.

Tip: Store between sheets of waxed paper in airtight container in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

Mint Snowballs: Stir 1 teaspoon peppermint flavoring into marshmallow mixture after microwaving.