Creamy Irish Potato Candy Bites No-Bake Recipe Easy Homemade Treats
These creamy Irish Potato Candy Bites are a no-bake, quick, and easy homemade treat with a smooth texture and a sweet cinnamon flavor, perfect for holidays and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: About 40 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Irish-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (20g) shredded coconut (optional)
- Extra cinnamon sugar for coating (1/4 cup powdered sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon)
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese and butter by leaving them out at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter using an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and mix just until incorporated, about 15 seconds.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition to avoid sugar clouds. Once all sugar is added, increase speed to medium and beat until fully combined and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in cinnamon and optional shredded coconut by hand with a spatula.
- Using your hands, take small portions (about 1 tablespoon or 15g each) and roll them into small oval shapes resembling miniature potatoes.
- Roll each shaped candy in extra cinnamon sugar to coat and create the authentic potato appearance.
- Place the coated bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture. Soften cream cheese and butter before mixing to avoid lumps. If mixture is too sticky, chill for 10-15 minutes before rolling. Keep hands cool and slightly damp when rolling to prevent sticking. The cinnamon sugar coating is key for authentic flavor and appearance. Chill candies for at least 1 hour before serving. Can be stored in fridge up to 1 week or frozen up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (about 15g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Protein: 1
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