Description
Indulge in the sweet, creamy goodness of Irish Potato Candy. These no-bake treats are a delightful addition to any St. Patrick’s Day celebration, with a unique texture and flavor that will surprise and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Mix Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add Vanilla and Sugar: Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Incorporate Coconut: Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
- Shape and Coat: Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Roll each ball in ground cinnamon until fully coated.
- Chill and Serve: Place the candies on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Despite the name, there are no actual potatoes in this candy—it gets its name from the potato-like appearance.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Irish-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
