Best 3 Mashed Potato Peanut Butter Candy Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary fusion with Mashed Potato Peanut Butter Candy, a unique and irresistible treat that combines the comforting flavors of mashed potatoes with the rich, nutty goodness of peanut butter. This unexpected combination creates a smooth, creamy, and subtly sweet candy that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences. For those who enjoy a classic peanut butter flavor, the Original Mashed Potato Peanut Butter Candy recipe delivers a perfect balance of peanut butter and mashed potatoes, resulting in a candy that is both nostalgic and innovative.

If you prefer a more decadent experience, the Chocolate Mashed Potato Peanut Butter Candy recipe adds a layer of rich, velvety chocolate to the mix, creating a candy that is perfect for chocolate lovers. For a fun and festive twist, the Candy Cane Mashed Potato Peanut Butter Candy recipe incorporates crushed candy canes, adding a minty, refreshing flavor and a pop of color.

No matter which recipe you choose, you'll be amazed by how easily these candies come together. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create a batch of these delicious treats that are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying as a sweet snack.

So, prepare your taste buds for a unique and unforgettable experience. Dive into our collection of Mashed Potato Peanut Butter Candy recipes and discover a new favorite treat that is sure to impress everyone who tries it.

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

PEANUT BUTTER POTATO CANDY



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This candy is super easy to make and the ingredients are ones that most people usually have readily available in the house.

Provided by Brandi Rose

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 2h20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup mashed potatoes
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar for dusting, or as needed
⅓ cup peanut butter, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine mashed potatoes, milk, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl.
  • Stir confectioners' sugar into potato mixture until a dough consistency is reached. Refrigerate dough until chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Sprinkle confectioners' sugar on a cutting board or waxed paper.
  • Roll dough into a large rectangular shape on prepared surface.
  • Spread enough peanut butter on top layer of dough to cover.
  • Roll dough into a jelly roll shape; refrigerate roll for 1 hour. Slice dough into pinwheels to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 20.7 mg, Sugar 22.8 g

MASHED POTATO PEANUT BUTTER CANDY



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Whenever I make this candy, people are amazed to learn that it is made with a potato. It is very sweet and rich and is best accompanied by a tall glass of milk. It's an old family recipe that my mother always made at Christmas time. I'm not sure from where it originated but suspect our Irish or Pennsylvania Dutch heritage.

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Candy

Time 3h20m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon mashed potatoes (plain with no milk or seasoning added)
2 -3 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 lbs powdered sugar (or a bit more or less to reach pie dough consistency)
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • Combine mashed potato, powdered sugar, milk and vanilla in a medium bowl.
  • Add powdered sugar a little at a time until the mixture reaches the thickness of pie dough. You will need to use clean hands to kneed the dough until everything is fully incorporated. Use a little more or less of the powdered sugar until the desired texture is met. If it becomes too stiff, add one tiny drop of milk at a time until the desired texture is met. I wish it were more of an exact science, but it's not. :).
  • Spread waxed paper onto your work surface and liberally dust with powdered sugar. I use the waxed paper to assist in rolling. Please note if you use a plain work surface dusted with powdered sugar, it's much more difficult to roll it up due to the dough's tendancy to stick to the flat surface (which can result in the dough tearing).
  • On the waxed paper, roll the dough into a circular shape until 1/4-inch thick.
  • Spread peanut butter evenly over the dough up to 1/2 inch from the edge of the circle.
  • Carefully roll up like a jelly roll, using the waxed paper as a helpful tool.
  • Place onto a cookie sheet covered with a clean sheet of waxed paper.
  • Refrigerate uncovered until fully chilled (about three hours), and the outside of the roll becomes crusty.
  • Slice roll into 1/4-inch pieces.
  • Store candy arranged flat in an air-tight container with waxed paper between each layer for up to two weeks (or probably more--it's never lasted that long around our house). The candy will harden and become more brittle as it ages, and this is perfectly fine.
  • The candy can sit at room temperature for up to three hours before becoming soft. To reach original texture, replace in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.2, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 27.5, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 28.3, Protein 1.4

MASHED POTATO CANDY



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This is great for using up left over mashed potatoes. Everyone loves it, especially kids. There are other potato candy recipes here, but none even close to this one that I've seen. My mom use to make this at Christmas all the time. This is very popular in the PA Dutch area. Prep and cook time is based on leftover mashed potatoes. Note: Instant potatoes don't work well.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Candy

Time 3h45m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup mashed potatoes (1 sm. potato)
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 dash salt
1 (1 lb) box powdered sugar
peanut butter

Steps:

  • Mix together all ingredients, except peanut butter.
  • Add sugar until it's of dough consistency.
  • Refrigerate to chill dough for an hour or two.
  • Roll out onto powdered sugar dusted bread board or waxed paper.
  • Spread peanut butter over potato dough.
  • Roll it up like a jelly roll loaf.
  • Refrigerate for about an hour, then slice into pinwheels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1839.7, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 5.3, Sodium 338, Carbohydrate 463.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 445, Protein 2

Tips:

  • For a smoother texture, use a potato ricer to mash the potatoes.
  • If you don't have a potato ricer, use a food processor or blender to puree the potatoes until smooth.
  • Make sure the potatoes are completely cooled before adding them to the peanut butter mixture.
  • Use a high-quality peanut butter for the best flavor.
  • If you want a sweeter candy, add more powdered sugar.
  • If you want a more peanut butter-flavored candy, add more peanut butter.
  • To make the candy more festive, roll it in chopped nuts, sprinkles, or crushed candy canes.
  • Store the candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Mashed potato peanut butter candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and savory candy that will satisfy your cravings. So next time you have some leftover mashed potatoes, don't throw them away! Use them to make this delicious candy instead.

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