Classic Irish Potato Candy is a sweet Irish treat made with sugar, cream cheese, coconut and butter. Rolled in cinnamon, they're a great addition to your St. Patrick's Day party.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Chill Time30 minutesmins
Total Time40 minutesmins
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American, irish
Keyword: Coconut Cream Candy, Irish Potato Candy
Servings: 12
Calories: 319kcal
Author: Kellie
Cost: $8
Equipment
1 hand mixer
Ingredients
4ouncescream cheesesoftened
1/4cupbuttersoftened
4cupsconfectioners sugar
1teaspoonvanilla extract
2cupsflaked coconut
1/2teaspoonkosher salt
1tablespoonground cinnamon
Instructions
Beat cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth.
Slowly add the confectioners sugar, one cup at a time, and vanilla, beating until smooth.
Add the coconut and mix until well combined.
Roll the mixture into balls or oval shapes (to look like a potato.
Roll the balls in cinnamon and arrange on a baking sheet.
Chill for 15-30 minutes.
Notes
You may not need all the sugar so once the mixture becomes the consistency of cookie dough.If your dough becomes too thick, add milk or heavy cream 1 tablespoon at a time. If your dough is too stick, add more confectioners’ sugar 1 tablespoon at a time.