Almond Coconut Christmas Balls

1 1/2 c Confectioner's sugar
1 1/2 c Shredded coconut
2 tb Cream
1/2 t Almond extract
1/4 c Butter or margarine -- melted
Red and green food coloring

Mix together the confectioners' sugar, 1 cup coconut, cream, almond extract and melted butter or margarine. Stir until all are well combined.

Now divide the mixture into three equal parts. Color one pink to red, one green and leave the other one white.

Shape into 3/4 - 1 inch fat balls. Now roll in rest of coconut and let stand about 24 hours to firm up.

Makes 2 - 3 dozen balls.

Source of Recipe: The Army, Navy, and Air Force Times Magazine