Irish Potato Candy: Discover the Unique Sweet Treat!
Irish Potato Candy is a unique sweet treat made with mashed potatoes, powdered sugar, and coconut, resembling small potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 candies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (cooled)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- to taste cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Ensure that your mashed potatoes are completely cooled and free from lumps. Measure out 1 cup.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled mashed potatoes, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
- Gently fold in the shredded coconut until well incorporated.
- Using your hands, take small amounts of the mixture and shape them into small, oval-like potato shapes.
- Once shaped, roll each candy in cocoa powder to give it that potato-like appearance.
- Place the candies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Once firm, share these delightful treats with family and friends, or keep them all to yourself!
Notes
- Make sure the mashed potatoes are completely cooled to avoid melting the sugar.
- Adjust the amount of powdered sugar based on your sweetness preference.
- These candies can be stored in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Irish Potato Candy, Sweet Treat, No-Bake Dessert