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Delicious Irish Potato Candy shaped like tiny potatoes, made with cream cheese and coconut.

Irish Potato Candy

A delightful no-bake treat resembling tiny potatoes, made with a sweet coconut filling and rolled in cinnamon, perfect for parties and cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tbsp Butter, softened Salted is fine
  • 4 cups Powdered sugar
  • 2 cups Sweetened shredded coconut For flavor and texture
  • 3 tbsp Ground cinnamon For rolling
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Chopped nuts For added crunch (optional)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract A splash for extra flavor (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar until fully incorporated.
  3. Stir in the shredded coconut until a thick dough forms.
  4. Cover and chill the mixture for about 30 minutes.
Rolling
  1. Scoop and roll the mixture into small balls, approximately 1 inch in size.
  2. Roll each ball in cinnamon until fully coated, then place on a plate or tray.
  3. Chill again until firm, then serve.

Notes

If mixture is sticky, slightly damp hands may help. Chill longer if too soft, or let sit out if too stiff. Use a fork to toss in cinnamon if needed to avoid sticking.