Old Fashioned Potato Candy is a nostalgic and sweet treat made from simple ingredients. This unique candy has a creamy, peanut butter filling rolled inside a sweet, sugary potato dough. It’s a classic recipe that has been loved for generations.
📋 Ingredients:
- 1 small russet potato (about 1/2 cup mashed) 🥔
- 4-6 cups powdered sugar (you may need more or less, depending on the potato size) 🍬
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 🥜
📝 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Potato Base:
- Cook the potato:
- Peel and dice the potato. Place the potato pieces in a pot of water and bring to a boil. Cook until the potato is tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and mash the potato until smooth, making sure there are no lumps.
- Cool the potato:
- Let the mashed potato cool completely before continuing. This is important to ensure the candy mixture sets properly.
2. Make the Potato Dough:
- Mix with powdered sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled mashed potato and vanilla extract. Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Continue adding powdered sugar until the mixture forms a stiff, dough-like consistency. It should be firm enough to roll out but still pliable.
3. Assemble the Candy:
- Roll out the dough:
- On a sheet of parchment paper or a lightly powdered sugar-dusted surface, roll out the potato dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the peanut butter:
- Spread a thin, even layer of peanut butter over the entire surface of the dough.
- Roll up the candy:
- Starting from one of the short ends, carefully roll the dough into a tight log, jelly-roll style, using the parchment paper to help lift and roll the dough.
- Chill the roll:
- Wrap the rolled candy log in parchment paper or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour. This will make slicing easier.
4. Slice and Serve:
- Slice the candy:
- Once chilled, remove the candy log from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Use a sharp knife to slice the roll into 1/4-inch thick pieces.
- Serve:
- Serve the potato candy slices immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
⏱️ Preparation Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Chilling Time: 1 hour
⏱️ Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
🍽️ Servings: About 24 pieces (depending on slice size)
🔥 Calories: Approximately 80 kcal per piece
Old Fashioned Potato Candy is a sweet and nostalgic treat that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends. The combination of sugary potato dough and creamy peanut butter is truly unique and delicious. Enjoy this timeless candy at any time of the year! 🍬🥔🥜