United States / Dessert
Irish Potatoes
Irish potato candy is a potato-shaped sweet unique to the Philadelphia area and very popular around St. Patrick's day. Despite its name, it contains no potato. It's a common recipe to make with kids as it requires no cooking and it's very hard to mess up.
Ingredients
- cream cheese1 part
- desiccated coconut, shavings; optional2 part
- powdered sugar3 part
- vanilla extract
- ground cinnamon
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Method 5 steps
Place the sugar, cream cheese, coconut shavings, and a small amount of vanilla extract into a large bowl.
Knead by hand until ingredients are thoroughly mixed. It should have the consistency of dough. If it's too dry, add more cream cheese. If it's too soft, add more sugar.
Break off small amounts and roll them in your hands until they form balls. They should be small enough to be eaten in one bite
Roll the balls in cinnamon until they are completely coated.
If desired, place the completed "potatoes" in the refrigerator for a few hours until they are firm.
