How to Make Irish Potato Candy

Irish Potato Candy

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Irish Potato Candy is a traditional potato candy made with butter, cream cheese, shredded coconut, and a cinnamon coating. This old-fashioned candy is so sweet and addictive.

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With a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and cream cheese on medium-high speed in a large bowl until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.

Add the vanilla extract and confectioners’ sugar and beat on low for 2 minutes until everything is combined.

Add the coconut and beat on low for 2 minutes until well mixed in. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Roll mixture into 1 to 1 ½ tablespoon-sized potato shapes. Place on a cookie sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes until set.

Add cinnamon to a small bowl. Roll the candies in cinnamon to coat and return to the cookie sheet. refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Keep refrigerated and Enjoy!

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