Frosted Strawberries - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2/3 c. sweetened condensed milk
    2 2/3 c. (two 3 1/2 oz. cans) flaked coconut
    1 (3 oz.) pkg. strawberry gelatin
    1/2 c. ground blanched almonds
    1/2 tsp. almond extract
    red food coloring
    1 c. sifted confectioners sugar
    2 Tbsp. heavy cream
    green food coloring
Preparation
    In a medium size bowl, combine condensed milk, coconut, 3 tablespoons gelatin, almonds, extract and enough red food coloring to tint mixture a strawberry shade.
    Form small amounts (about 1/2 tablespoon) into strawberry shapes.
    Sprinkle remaining gelatin into a flat dish.
    Roll each strawberry in gelatin to coat.
    Place on waxed paper and refrigerate.
    Yields 1 pound.

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