Irish Potato Candy Recipe
Irish Potato Candy is a delightful no-bake treat that resembles tiny potatoes but is made with cream cheese, coconut, and cinnamon. These sweet and creamy bite-sized candies are perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or as a unique dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 30 candies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American-Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the candy:
- 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
Instructions
- Prepare the candy mixture: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese. Add vanilla extract and mix well. Gradually add powdered sugar until a dough forms. Stir in shredded coconut.
- Shape the candy: Roll the mixture into small balls. Roll each ball in cinnamon until coated.
- Chill and serve: Place candies on a baking sheet, refrigerate for 1 hour, then serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Despite the name, Irish Potato Candy contains no actual potatoes and is a Philadelphia tradition.
- Try rolling the candies in cocoa powder or adding chopped nuts for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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