How to Make Irish Potato Candy Like A Professional

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Get ready to dive into a delightful treat that will have your taste buds dancing and your friends begging for more! Today, we’re making a sweet, sticky, and utterly delicious classic: Irish Potato Candy. Trust us, these little bites of happiness will make you feel like you’re on cloud nine!

Irish Potato Candy

First things first, let’s talk about how adorable these potato candies look. They might resemble potatoes, but they are definitely NOT what they seem! These treats are perfect for any occasion (or just because it’s a Tuesday). Let’s roll up our sleeves and get started!

Delicious Irish Potato Candy

Ingredients

For this scrumptious treat, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 1 cup of mashed potatoes (yep, you read that right!)
  • 4 cups of powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup of shredded coconut (feel free to go wild here!)
  • 1/2 cup of pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional, but highly recommended!)
  • Extra cocoa powder for rolling (because we love that chocolatey goodness)

Instructions

Now, let’s get to the fun part: making these heavenly sweets!

  1. Start by cooking your potatoes until they’re soft. Once they’re ready, mash them like you mean it!
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well incorporated and you have a nice doughy texture.
  3. Now, it’s time to incorporate the cocoa powder, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts if you’re using them. Mix everything together until it’s thoroughly combined. Your hands might get a little sticky, but that’s all part of the fun!
  4. Next, grab a small amount of the mixture and roll it into a small ball. Then, roll that ball in the extra cocoa powder to give it that perfect potato-like look.
  5. Repeat this process until you’ve rolled out all the dough. Arrange your adorable little potato candies on a plate.
  6. Finally, place them in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow them to firm up. These little treats will be worth all the sticky fingers!

And just like that, you’re the proud creator of Irish Potato Candy! Enjoy these tasty bites with friends, family, or let’s be honest—maybe just keep them all for yourself. Indulge and smile, you deserve it!