IRISH POTATO CANDY

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This is a family favorite, especially around St. Patrick's day which happens to be my birthday.

Provided by Kathy Brigham

Categories     Candies

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

IRISH POTATO CANDY
1/4 cup butter softened
4 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar
2 cups shredded coconut
1 Tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp sugar

Steps:

  • 1. 1. In a medium bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth. Add the vanilla and confectioners' sugar; beat until smooth. Using your hands if necessary, mix in the coconut. Roll into balls or potato shapes, and roll in the cinnamon, sugar. Place onto a cookie sheet and chill to set. If desired, roll potatoes in cinnamon again for darker color.

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