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Potato Candy
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Potato Candy

Learn how to make creamy, sweet Potato Candy with just a few simple ingredients. This nostalgic treat is perfect for holidays, gift-giving, or satisfying your sweet tooth!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword candy, potato
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 20 servings
Calories 467kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup mashed potatoes cooled to room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 cups confectioner's sugar 6-8 cups - plus extra for rolling
  • cup peanut butter creamy

Instructions

  • Beat the mashed potatoes and butter in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is completely smooth.
  • Stir in the vanilla.
  • Gradually add the confectioner’s sugar, about a cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Continue adding until the mixture forms a thick, pliable dough that can be rolled out without sticking.
  • Lay out a large sheet of wax or parchment paper and dust it generously with confectioner’s sugar.
  • Transfer the dough onto the paper and sprinkle more sugar on top.
  • Roll the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
  • Spread the peanut butter evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  • Starting at one long side, roll the rectangle tightly into a log.
  • Wrap the log in plastic wrap, tucking in the ends, and chill for 10 minutes to firm.
  • Once chilled, remove the plastic wrap and place the log on a cutting board. Slice into ¼–½ inch pinwheels and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 100g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 94g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.2mg | Net Carbohydrates: 4g