Irish Potato Candy
Irish Potato Candy is a classic Philadelphia no-bake treat made with cream cheese, powdered sugar, and sweetened coconut, then rolled in cinnamon to resemble tiny potatoes. Despite the name, there are no potatoes involved—just a soft, creamy candy that’s perfect for St. Patrick’s Day.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2.5 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually beat in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until fully incorporated and thick.
- Stir in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- If the mixture is too soft to shape, refrigerate for 30 minutes to make handling easier.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into small oval potato shapes. Roll each piece in ground cinnamon until coated.
- Place candies on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
These candies firm up best after chilling. Store refrigerated until ready to serve for the most realistic texture and appearance.