Simple Cathedral Windows

Submitted by WendyErin

"This is a more simple version of a traditional recipe, there are probably many variations out there. I think this one may have a few less calories, but the pros here should know. SIMPLE because the measurements are the same, & because there can be as few or as many of these ingredients in what ever combination you choose. When stirring I recomend a strong spoon. I also find it easier to have the wax paper ready to go in advance with extra room around it to work. If you choose to add extract remember to pair it well with your other choice ingredients, & usually less is more here. I like milk choc & crushed peppermints with a cup of hot coco! Other examples: nuts with a few drops of vanilla extract with tea or candied cherries, white marshmallows, dark chocolate with wine or a coke for those who preferre. Mom taught us this recipe apx 30 years ago, we have always enjoyed it, it has been very handy to make in advance, hope you enjoy!!"

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 3 1 1/2 inch x 10 inch rolls/logs
• Serves: 30-60

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups chocolate chips, this can be milk, dark, bakers, etc. depending on your taste
• 1 1⁄2 cups peppermint candies, this can be crushed peppermint, spearmint, chopped candy, chopped nuts, coconut, dried fruit any com
• 1 1⁄2 cups miniature marshmallows, this can be white, colored, shaped, etc. depending on desired look
• wax paper
• tape, and string to tie it with
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons margarine, can be butter instead if you like, use to coat inside of wax paper

directions

1. spread out wax paper in medium sheets, apx 3 sheets 1 1/2 ft long.
2. use small amt of butter or margarine to coat inside of wax paper, just towards middle - leave edges clean.
3. melt chocolate.
4. stir till smooth.
5. stir in additive of choice - nuts, candy, etc.
6. mixture should be cooled off just enough so marshmallows won't melt.
7. stir in marshmallows, enough to coat well with chocolate.
8. spoon out apx 1/3 mixture in a line onto wax paper in buttered area.
9. fold paper over compress mixture lenghtwise.
10. roll firmly enough to keep mixture compressed without coming out of the ends of paper.
11. secure paper at middle of seam.
12. compress ends slightly & secure them.
13. refrigerate 2hrs or more - this can last days wrapped up.
14. not sure if it last more than 1 1/2 weeks, somebody always eats it before then!
15. but i suspect it last several weeks if needed : ).
16. slice in thin slices as needed.