ℬ How To Make IRISH POTATOES CANDY
How to Make IRISH POTATOES CANDY Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients! 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....