Best 3 Irish Peanut Butter Potato Candy Recipes

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Satisfy your sweet cravings with a delightful and unique treat - Irish Peanut Butter Potato Candy. This confection is a harmonious fusion of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these bite-sized morsels of heaven that are perfect for any occasion. Dive into the rich and creamy peanut butter filling enveloped in a crispy potato chip coating, creating a textural symphony that will keep you coming back for more.

Explore variations of this classic recipe with tantalizing flavor combinations like Cookies and Cream or decadent Chocolate Mint. For those with a sweet tooth, the Salted Caramel option offers a perfect balance of sweet and salty. And if you're feeling adventurous, try the Spicy Chipotle flavor for a fiery kick. With its unique combination of flavors and textures, Irish Peanut Butter Potato Candy is sure to become a favorite treat for the young and old alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

POTATO CANDY



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"When the going gets tough, the tough get going."

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Time 1h30m

Yield Makes about 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup peeled, cooked, and mashed russet potato, cold (about 1 large potato)
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon table salt
6 to 7 cups powdered sugar
Parchment paper
⅓ cup creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • Beat mashed potato and next 3 ingredients at medium speed with a heavy-duty electric mixer 2 minutes. Beat in 6 cups powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time. Add up to 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 Tbsp. at a time, to form dough.
  • Gather dough into a ball; dust with powdered sugar. Roll to ⅛ inch thick on parchment paper, and cut into a 12- x 10-inch rectangle. Generously sprinkle powdered sugar over dough, and place a piece of parchment paper over rectangle. Invert rectangle; discard parchment paper on top.
  • Spread peanut butter over dough. Starting at 1 long side, tightly roll up candy, jelly-roll fashion, using parchment paper as a guide. Wrap in parchment paper, and freeze 1 hour. Cut into ¼-inch-thick slices, and serve. Refrigerate sliced candy in an airtight container up to 1 week.

PEANUT BUTTER POTATO CANDY



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This simple Peanut Butter Potato Candy is an old fashioned Irish treat made with only 3 ingredients, it's gluten-free and doesn't require any baking!

Provided by Jas

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 small Russet potato (peeled and diced)
6-8 cups powdered sugar
2/3 cups peanut butter

Steps:

  • In a small pot of boiling water, cook the potato until tender. Drain and transfer to a bowl; mash until smooth and lump-free. Let cool completely.
  • With an electric mixer on low speed, beat together the potato and powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until mixture is thick and the pearly dough forms.
  • Transfer the dough onto a large sheet of parchment paper sprinkled with powdered sugar; dust more powdered sugar on top. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a large rectangular shape, approximately 1/4-inch thick; trim to form straight edges.
  • Spread peanut butter over dough (see recipe notes). Starting at one long side, tightly roll up candy, jelly-roll style, using parchment paper as a guide. Wrap in parchment paper or plastic wrap, and freeze or refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
  • Unwrap and cut candy into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Enjoy! (See the post for storing the leftover candy)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 3 g, Sodium 33 mg, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 serving

IRISH POTATO CANDY



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A cute little confection that looks just like little potatoes. This kind does not contain potatoes; they are made using cream cheese and coconut.

Provided by SAUNDRA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 30m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup butter, softened
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 ½ cups flaked coconut
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • 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. Place onto a cookie sheet and chill to set. If desired, roll potatoes in cinnamon again for darker color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 4.1 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 19.9 mg, Sugar 9 g

Tips:

  • Use good quality potatoes. Russet potatoes are the best choice for this recipe, as they are starchy and hold their shape well.
  • Cook the potatoes until they are very soft. This will make them easier to mash and will help the candy to set properly.
  • Use a food processor or blender to mash the potatoes. This will give you a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Add the peanut butter, butter, and confectioners' sugar to the mashed potatoes and mix until well combined. You can also add other ingredients, such as vanilla extract or chopped nuts, to taste.
  • Form the mixture into small balls and roll them in confectioners' sugar. You can also shape the mixture into other shapes, such as logs or crescents.
  • Chill the candy for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the candy to set and will make it easier to handle.

Conclusion:

Irish peanut butter potato candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is a fun and festive candy that is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

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