The sweetness of the white chocolate, mixed with the tangy craisins and the crunchy salty pistachios, make this candy so special. When I finally asked my mom why we make this for Christmas, she pointed out the colors! It is red, green, and white—how festive! I laughed because I had never noticed, but it really is as beautiful as it is delicious.
As much as I looked forward to eating this candy, growing up I also dreaded it because I was the designated pistachio sheller. I sat at the kitchen table and popped open all the pistachios needed for the recipe. My fingertips were typically covered in salt and almost raw… now that I make it myself, I take the easy route and just buy the pistachios already shelled. I’m not sure if they used to not be made pre-shelled, or mom was trying to make me work for my food. Either way, they now make them pre-shelled and this recipe is a cinch.
Seriously you just melt the white chocolate and add the craisins and pistachios, let is rest and enjoy! it’s a great gift or something to have out when guests arrive! I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as the Manocheos have!
Merry Christmas!
XOXO,
Sara Ann
