Description
Creamy Irish Potatoes unleash comfort from Ireland’s rich culinary heritage. Smooth mashed potatoes blended with butter and herbs promise a delightful side dish that connects you to traditional Irish warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (454 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 ½ cups (200 grams) sweetened shredded coconut
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- Prepare the foundational mixture by thoroughly blending cream cheese and butter in a spacious mixing vessel until achieving a silky, uniform consistency. Incorporate vanilla extract for enhanced aromatic depth.
- Systematically introduce powdered sugar into the creamy base, whisking continuously to maintain a smooth texture. Fold in shredded coconut, ensuring complete integration throughout the mixture.
- Utilize a small spoon to portion the confectionery blend, carefully molding each segment into compact, oblong shapes reminiscent of diminutive potatoes. Aim for consistent sizing and rounded contours.
- Generously roll each delicate confection through ground cinnamon, creating a comprehensive exterior coating that mimics the rustic appearance of a potato’s skin. For heightened authenticity, delicately imprint subtle textural lines using a toothpick, simulating natural potato surface characteristics.
- Transfer the newly crafted treats onto a parchment-lined tray, positioning them with gentle precision. Refrigerate the confections for approximately half an hour, allowing them to solidify and develop a firm, refined structure.
- Once chilled and set, retrieve the Irish potatoes from the refrigerator. Display and serve these whimsical sweet morsels, inviting guests to appreciate their charming potato-like aesthetic and delectable flavor profile.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese and butter at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Use full-fat cream cheese to ensure rich, creamy consistency that holds shape perfectly.
- Toast coconut lightly before adding to enhance nutty flavor and add depth to the candy’s taste.
- Wet hands slightly when shaping to prevent mixture from sticking and create cleaner potato-like forms.
- For gluten-free version, confirm powdered sugar is certified gluten-free and use alternative coconut brands if needed.
- Create variation by adding a drop of almond extract for subtle flavor complexity.
- Cool candies completely to develop firm texture and intensify cinnamon coating’s warmth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg