Irish Potato Candy

Step 1

Using a hand mixer, cream together the butter and cream cheese until combined and smooth. Make sure to use softened cream cheese.

Step 2

Beat in the vanilla until combined then gradually mix in the powdered sugar on low.

Step 3

Next you will fold in the shredded coconut and mix until it is just combined.

Step 4

Cover with foil and place into the fridge for 1 hour to allow the mixture to set up.

Step 5

Line the cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon, scoop out some of the mixture and roll it into a mis haped ball

Step 7

Set onto the cookie sheet. Repeat step until all of the potato candies are rolled into a ball

Step 8

In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and cinnamon.

Step 9

Coat each dough ball in the brown sugar mixture.

Step 10

Place homemade potato candy onto a  serving tray. Then serve up and Enjoy!