Sputnec (Coconut Balls)

2 lb powdered Sugar
1/2 c margarine
1tsp vanilla
1 can Eagle Brand Sweetened Milk
1 lg bag coconut
12 pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips
2T shortening

Mix vanilla, sugar, margarine and milk.  Add coconut to sugar mixture.  Refrigerate.
Melt chocolate in double boiler add shortening to give it a glossy look.  Form small balls with coconut mixture and roll in chocolate to coat.

all done!
Makes 100 balls

From Diane Griego cookie party 2012