OLD AMISH POTATO CANDY

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Make and share this Old Amish Potato Candy recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MrsNestleroad

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup mashed potatoes
2 teaspoons butter, softened
4 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 1/2 cups flaked coconut
3/4 cup whole pecans

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl combine potatoes, butter, cocoa, and vanilla.
  • Gradually blend in sugar, then coconut.
  • Knead until completely mixed.
  • Shape into one-inch balls and press a pecan into the center of each.
  • Wrap in foil and store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.6, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 42.5, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 30.7, Protein 0.9

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