POTATO CANDY

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My Mom, and grandmother used to make this without peanut butter! A family favorite. I made it not so long ago for my great niece, and she thought it was cream candy. Since then we've added the peanut butter and sometimes even dip the chilled pieces into melted chocolate.

Provided by Marsha Shannon

Categories     Candies

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium potato
1 - 2 pkg powdered sugar
1 stick butter or margine
1 pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Boil potato
  • 2. Or bake potato (in microwave, Mom and Grandma never had this luxary)
  • 3. Fork potato and peel with knife, (deep fry the skin for a snack later) Pour out water if used, put potato in bowl at least 2 qt size.
  • 4. Mash potato with fork add butter, (use 1/2 stick if very small potato), vanilla and salt, mix well
  • 5. Mix in gradually the powdered sugar until you can get no more mixed in.
  • 6. Either form ropes of candy and place on buttered platter to chill.
  • 7. Or roll out, cover with peanut butter
  • 8. Roll like jelly roll, chill on platter.
  • 9. After set, at least an hour, cut to bite sized pieces.

Denise Rosa
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This potato candy looks so good! I'm definitely going to make it for my next party.


Devon Black
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I've seen potato candy recipes before, but this one is by far the easiest. I can't wait to try it!


Yaw Neymar
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This potato candy is a unique and delicious treat that is sure to impress your friends and family.


Mehar Daniyal
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I love that this potato candy is made with simple ingredients. It's a great recipe for beginner cooks.


yhenzkie canales
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This potato candy is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It's a delicious and creative way to enjoy a classic dish.


Asraful Mia
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I've never had potato candy before, but this recipe was so easy to follow that I had to try it. I'm so glad I did! It turned out delicious.


Ashnarayan Chaudhary
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This potato candy is the perfect combination of sweet and salty. It's a great treat to enjoy anytime.


Sherovi amor Colle
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I made this potato candy for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.


Waseem Dhamia
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This is one of my favorite potato candy recipes. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


caroline gathuka
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I've made this potato candy a few times now and it always turns out great. It's a really fun recipe to make with kids, and it's always a hit at parties.


mar jannat
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I followed the recipe exactly and my potato candy turned out perfectly. It was crispy, chewy, and had just the right amount of sweetness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and unique treat.


Kathryn Davis
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This potato candy is a fun and easy treat to make. I love that it uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand. The candy is also very versatile. You can add different flavors or toppings to create your own unique variations.


Eli Ball
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I gave it a try! The potato candy turned out perfectly and it was so delicious. The texture was spot-on and the flavor was out of this world. I'll definitely be making this again.


Girjesh Thakur
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I made this potato candy for my family and it was a huge hit! The kids loved the sweetness of the candy and the adults appreciated the unique flavor. It's a great recipe to have on hand for parties or special occasions.


AB Tufayl
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This potato candy recipe is a delightful treat that combines the unexpected flavors of potato and sugar in a unique and satisfying way. The result is a crisp, chewy candy with a hint of savory potato flavor that lingers on the palate. I highly recomm


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