Irish Peanut Butter Potato Candy
A delightful and unconventional candy made with mashed potatoes, powdered sugar, and creamy peanut butter, perfect for snacking or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 small potato Boiled and mashed
- 2 cups powdered sugar Add gradually to the potato
- 1/2 cup peanut butter Use chunky for added texture if desired
- Wax paper for rolling To prevent sticking
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil one small potato until tender.
- Peel and mash the potato while it's still warm.
- In a large bowl, add the warm mashed potato.
- Gradually add powdered sugar until the mixture resembles sticky dough.
Assembly
- Sprinkle some powdered sugar on wax paper.
- Roll the potato dough flat into a thick pancake shape.
- Spread peanut butter evenly over the rolled dough.
- Roll the dough tightly into a jelly roll shape.
- Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Slice the chilled roll into rounds and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. Can also freeze for long-term storage. Optional variations include using different nut butters or adding chocolate chips.