Easy and delicious Irish Potato Candy recipe

Indulge in the sweet and creamy flavors of Irish Potato Candy! This easy-to-make recipe combines cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, cinnamon, and coconut to create bite-sized treats that resemble small potatoes. Roll them in cocoa powder for an extra touch of chocolatey goodness. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any time you're craving a little Irish-inspired sweetness. Give this traditional Irish dessert a try and experience a taste of the Emerald Isle.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for rolling)

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar to the bowl, mixing well after each addition, until a thick dough forms.
3. Add the ground cinnamon and shredded coconut to the dough. Mix until fully incorporated.
4. Shape the dough into small potato-like shapes, about 1 inch in diameter. You can shape them by hand or use a small cookie scoop for uniformity.
5. Roll each candy in cocoa powder to give them a potato-like appearance.
6. Place the candies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
7. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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