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Irish Potato Candy

Old Fashioned Irish Potato Candy

A classic Philadelphia tradition! These no-bake treats look like tiny potatoes but taste like a creamy coconut macaroon rolled in warm cinnamon.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 30 servings
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 115

Ingredients
  

Candy Base
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
  • 2.5 cups Sweetened Shredded Coconut
Coating
  • 2 tbsp Ground Cinnamon

Method
 

  1. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
  2. Stir in the vanilla extract, then gradually add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing until a stiff dough forms.
  3. Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly combined. Chill for 30 minutes if the dough is too soft to handle.
  4. Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and shape into slightly irregular ovals to look like potatoes.
  5. Roll each ball in ground cinnamon until completely coated and place on a parchment-lined tray.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to firm up.

Notes

Store these in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks. For a more realistic look, add a tiny bit of cocoa powder to the cinnamon coating!