No-Bake Irish Potato Candy

These delightful Irish Potato candies are the perfect St. Patrick's Day treat! While they look like teeny tiny spuds, they are really creamy, coconut filled bites rolled with a coating of cinnamon for the perfect hint of spice and warmth. Best of all, these no-bake candies are easy to make and share with friends and family. Wether you're embracing your Irish roots, or just craving a easy sweet treat, these Irish Potatoes are sure to hit the spot!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Chilling time 30

Total Time 40

Servings candies

Calories 94kcal

Author Kelly Nash

Cost $5

Equipment

Ingredients

¼ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
4 oz cream cheese at room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt
4 cups powdered sugar
2 ⅓ cups shredded coconut sweetened or unsweetened
1½ tbsp cinnamon

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, use a stand mixer or an electric hand mixer to cream the butter and cream cheese together until smooth, 1-2 minutes. Mix in the vanilla and pinch of salt.
Add in the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, making sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Then mix in the coconut a little at a time until fully mixed together. The mixture will be very thick.
Use a tbsp measuring spoon to scoop out the mixture and roll it into balls. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or a large plate and set in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
Once chilled, roll the balls in the cinnamon until coated. Tap off any excess cinnamon. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Notes

Take your butter and cream cheese out at least an hour before starting.
Don't make your Irish potatoes too big, 1 tbsp is big enough!
After rolling the Irish potatoes, make sure to set them in the fridge before rolling them in cinnamon so they firm up a bit.
Store in the fridge for 1-2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 4 months.

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