Cathedral Windows II is a classic American dessert that is no-bake and perfect for any occasion. Made with colorful marshmallows, crunchy walnuts, and creamy chocolate, this dessert will add joy to your table. It requires only a few minutes to prepare and some patience to let it set. With its vibrant appearance and delicious flavors, Cathedral Windows II is sure to be the highlight of your dessert spread. So, grab the ingredients and get ready to make this delightful sweet treat!
Ingredients
- 4 cups colored miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 package (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the colored miniature marshmallows, chopped walnuts, and sweetened shredded coconut.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and chocolate chips together, stirring occasionally until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the marshmallow mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap and shape it into a log-like shape.
- Wrap the log tightly with the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Once firm, remove the log from the refrigerator and unwrap.
- Slice the log into 1/2-inch thick slices and serve.
Interesting Facts
Cathedral Windows II is a variation of the traditional Cathedral Windows dessert.
The dessert gets its name from the colorful appearance that resembles stained glass windows in a cathedral.
This no-bake dessert is perfect for hot summer days when you don't want to turn on the oven.