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Irish Potato Candy


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  • Author: seliane
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 24 candies 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A nostalgic sweet treat made from cream cheese, butter, and shredded coconut, shaped to resemble potatoes.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon for dusting


Instructions

  1. Combine the softened cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  2. Stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Fold in the shredded coconut.
  4. Form the mixture into small potato-shaped balls.
  5. Dust with cinnamon to resemble the skin of a potato.
  6. Place the candies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until firm.

Notes

For diabetic-friendly versions, consider using sugar substitutes like stevia or monk fruit.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Irish-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 candy
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg