Description
Irish Potato Candy is a whimsical no-bake treat that captures the delightful essence of dessert in a fun, potato-shaped form. With a velvety mixture of cream cheese, shredded coconut, and sugar, this sweet confection is perfect for any celebration or simply as a unique snack at home. The subtle warmth of cinnamon combined with the tropical flavor of coconut creates an irresistible combination that will impress guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Ideal for involving kids in the kitchen, these charming candies are not only easy to make but also offer endless opportunities for customization. Roll them in different toppings or experiment with flavors to create your own version of this festive favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 1/2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and cream cheese until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar until combined and smooth.
- Fold in shredded coconut and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, roll the mixture into small balls (about the size of a large marble) and coat in a mixture of ground cinnamon and light brown sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy ball (15g)
- Calories: 57
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 16mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 8mg