THE OLD FASHION POTATO CANDY
This one will be a favorite one in candy dish. We added chocolate chips and peanut butter because that's a favorite flavor combination in the Test Kitchen. We can't wait to remake it with other add-ins like nuts or coconut. It's so simple to make kids can definitely help with this treat. They'll make a great hostess gift too if...
Provided by Leila Rockwell
Categories Other Snacks
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. The main ingredients for this old fashioned candy are mashed potato and confectioners sugar. You can use any flavor you want and even add peanuts, coconut, chocolate, maraschino cherries and wrap dough around them. In a mixing bowl combine the potato, salt, and vanilla.
- 2. Sift the confectioners sugar over potato, stirring and adding about 1 cup at a time. Mixture will liquefy when first sugar is added then gradually begin to thicken.
- 3. Mix in your add-ins (like chocolate chips, coconut, etc).
- 4. When it becomes the consistency of stiff dough, knead it even though not all the sugar has been added. After kneading, cover with a damp cloth and chill until a small spoonful can be rolled into a ball.
- 5. Shape in the size of balls you want.
- 6. Heat a pan of water about 2-3" deep keeping it a low temp set a pan on top and add your chocolate chips, stir until melted.
- 7. Add 1 - 2 tbsp shortening to thin it down enough to dip the balls in and coat. If it begins starts to thicken add a little more shortening.
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Ranaldo Daley
[email protected]This candy is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.
Ian tv
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I can always whip up a batch of potato candy when I'm craving something sweet.
Skii Lindley
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of potato candy, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and delicious.
Abdlaziz Lmrabti
[email protected]This recipe is a family favorite. We make it every year for Christmas.
Gabriel Tsikarishvili
[email protected]I made this candy for my family and they loved it! It's a great treat for any occasion.
TJ Godfrey
[email protected]This is the best potato candy recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the candy is always perfect. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves potato candy.
Seini Lakai
[email protected]I was a little skeptical about making candy with potatoes, but I'm so glad I gave this recipe a try. The candy is delicious! It's hard to believe that it's made with potatoes.
Lizzy Mtingwende
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect. The candy is creamy and smooth, with just the right amount of sweetness.
Dj Saniyaya
[email protected]I used to make this candy with my grandmother when I was a kid. It's so easy to make and always a hit with everyone who tries it.
saher khalid
[email protected]This potato candy recipe brought back so many childhood memories! It was just as delicious as I remembered it to be.