PEPPERMINT POTATO CANDY
No one will suspect that these quick minty candies started with yesterday's mashed potatoes. Our taste-testing panelists couldn't get enough of the chocolate-covered sweets that were submitted by Cindy Reams from Philipsburg, Pennsylvania.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield about 2-3/4 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the mashed potatoes, butter and extract until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Press into a foil-lined 13-in. x 9-in. pan., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Spread over potato mixture. Cover and refrigerate until set. Using foil, lift candy out of pan. Discard foil; cut candy into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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kwtrain spotter
[email protected]These candies are a great gift idea. They're sure to be a hit with anyone who receives them.
Mokgadi setjie
[email protected]I love the way these candies look. They're so festive and colorful.
maqsood rana
[email protected]These candies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're totally worth it. They're so delicious and unique.
Melone M
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to make a special treat for the holidays or for any occasion.
en hokx
[email protected]These candies are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes, but I found that they were a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices to the recipe.
Antonio White
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my candies turned out great. However, I found that they were a bit too minty for my taste.
Seham
[email protected]I thought these candies were too sweet. I would recommend using less sugar next time.
Buhler Shezi
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my candies turned out too hard. I think I might have cooked them for too long.
Ocean Boss
[email protected]These candies are a great gift idea. They're sure to be a hit with anyone who receives them.
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[email protected]I love the way these candies look. They're so festive and colorful.
BD Funny Voice
[email protected]These candies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're totally worth it. They're so delicious and unique.
Sadam Samsoor
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to make a special treat for the holidays or for any occasion.
Nicole Hernandez
[email protected]These candies are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. They're also a fun and easy project to do with kids.
Giggig
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of peppermint, but I thought these candies were delicious. The flavor is subtle and not overpowering.
Gladys Nanjala
[email protected]I made these candies for a Christmas party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.
Saif Jogi
[email protected]These candies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. They're the perfect combination of sweet and minty.
Rachael Waweru
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the candies came out great. They're a little bit crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. The peppermint flavor is strong, but not overpowering.
Boone Shangle
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The candies turned out perfectly and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making these again.
Ashiq Ayaz
[email protected]I've never had peppermint potato candy before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It's a fun and festive treat that's perfect for the holidays.
Rohan Nepal
[email protected]These peppermint potato candies were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved the unique flavor.