Editors' Pick
Irish Potatoes Candy

photo by DianaEatingRichly




- Ready In:
- 1hr 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 6
- Yields:
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5 dozen
ingredients
- 1⁄4 cup softened butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
- 7 ounces sweetened flaked coconut (2 1/2 cups)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
directions
- NOTE: Be sure to use regular cream cheese, not whipped or reduced fat type.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese.
- Add vanilla and confectioners' sugar.
- Beat until mixture forms a ball.
- Stir in coconut with a spoon.
- Roll the mixture between your hands to form small potato-shaped candies or roll into small balls.
- Place cinnamon in a shallow dish and roll the balls in it.
- Place the balls on a cookie sheet and chill for about 1 hour or until firm.
- If you prefer "dirtier potatoes" roll the candy a second time after they have chilled.
- Alternatively dip in melted chocolate for Easter eggs.
Questions & Replies

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How many does this make? The Nutrition analysis states that this recipe makes 1 serving; yield indicates 5 dozen. Calories for 1 serving (835 g) = 717. (835 g = 55 tablespoons). I can't imagine anyone eating all 55 tablespoons of these (1 serving) nor can I imagine making 5 dozen "potatoes" out of 4 oz cream cheese. What am I missing here?
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Reviews
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We really liked these. I made a different mix to dip them in 1/4 cup cinnamon, 1/4 cup powdered sugar just scant 1/2 cup cocoa- sifted. I was using chopped walnuts for the 'eyes' and then decided I really liked the walnuts mixed in so we went with that. They were great each way. Next time i will try dipping then in milk or dark chocolate.
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I was a bit skeptical at first, but these turned out so cute and tasty! I did use more cinnamon than stated, and pouring some cinnamon in a plastic bag and shaking a few "potatoes" at a time worked a lot faster and less messy than rolling. Next year when my little girl is a bit older I'll have her help me...perfect for kids to do! Thanks so much for the recipe...everyone was in love with them.
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Those who tasted these Philadelphia Irish Potatoes loved them...They have provided the 5 Stars. My first batch was a bit loose. I found out why. Instead of using four oz. of Philadelphia Brand Cream Cheese, I put the whole eight oz. pkg. in...oops. I was determined to have this recipe succeed, so I made another batch that met the correct ingredients. Rave reviews!!! Another thing I innovated with was the way I added cinnamon to the little balls. I put the cinnamon (More like a few Tbs. ) into my glass measuring pitcher. I rolled he balls around by motioning the pitcher in a fast, circular direction. I had fun with that maneuver and it evenly coated the potatoes. One other thing....I used almond flavoring instead of vanilla. So ono. Lynne Llewellyn, WV
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