MAINE POTATO CANDY

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Haven't had this in a long long time! It's a recipe I obtained years and years ago and forgot I had it! Recipe Source~ Tasteofhome.com

Provided by Angela Pietrantonio

Categories     Candies

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 c confectioners' sugar
4 c flaked coconut
3/4 c old, plain potatoes, mashed (do not use leftover mashed potatoes made with milk or butter)
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp salt
1 lb dark candy coating
1 c semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, coconut, mashed potatoes, vanilla, and salt.
  • 2. Line a 9-inch square pan with foil; butter the foil. Spread coconut mixture into pan. Cover and chill overnight.
  • 3. Cut into 2 x 1-inch rectangles. Cover and freeze.
  • 4. n a microwave or double boiler, melt candy coating and chocolate chips. Dip bars in melted coating and chocolate chips; place on waxed paper to harden. Store candy in an airtight container.

Haller Boy Free Fire
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Thank you for sharing this recipe. I'm definitely going to give it a try.


giselle macculloch
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It sounds delicious.


Wamuyu Johnson
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I'm always looking for new and interesting candy recipes. This one definitely fits the bill.


Pinky Pascall
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This candy is a great gift idea. I'm going to make a batch for my friends and family.


TALAL GAMING
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorites.


Jaber islam
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This candy is the perfect treat to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Sentu Mia
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I love the way this candy melts in my mouth.


manisha yonghang
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This candy is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Nesar Ahamd
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I made this candy for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Mohamed Sesay
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.


Joe Arlow
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I love the idea of using potatoes to make candy, but this recipe just didn't work for me. The candy was too dry and crumbly.


Rachid Rachid
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This candy is way too sweet for my taste. I couldn't even finish one piece.


Dowski Sergio
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I found this recipe to be too complicated. There are too many steps and ingredients involved.


Rebecca Mitti
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I was so excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The candy was too soft and chewy for my taste.


Tori's Crew
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Eve E
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I followed the recipe exactly and my candy turned out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family and friends.


Phyo Htet kyaw
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This is the most unique candy I've ever tried. I love the way the potato flavor comes through.


Kaleem Abbas
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I was skeptical about making candy with potatoes, but I was pleasantly surprised by the results. The candy was soft and chewy, with a hint of potato flavor.


Hira Manzoor
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This potato candy recipe was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was simply irresistible.