Irish Potato Candy
Despite what they're name suggests, Irish potato candies aren't made from potatoes at all. They're actually sweet confections made with cream cheese and coconut, coated in cinnamon to replicate the look of potatoes. They're easy to make dairy free and a perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Servings: 48 candies
Calories: 77kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter softened*
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened (1/2 package)*
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 cups sweetened coconut flakes
- 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon for rolling
Instructions
- Make the filling. In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat the butter, cream cheese and vanilla extract together until smooth. Then, slowly add the powdered sugar about 1/2 cup at a time, until it's fully incorporated, scraping sides as needed. Next, mix in the shredded coconut until it's evenly distributed.
- Shape the candy. Roll the filling into tablespoon-sized balls (or shape like small potatoes) and dip each of them in a bowl of cinnamon to coat. Transfer them to a wax or parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator until set.
- Store and serve. Once they're cooled, transfer to an airtight container and store candies in refrigerator until ready to serve.
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Notes
To make these candies dairy free, just use dairy free butter and cream cheese. We use Earth Balance buttery sticks and Violife cream cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin C: 0.01mg