Description
Old Fashioned Potato Candy is a nostalgic treat made with mashed potatoes, powdered sugar, and creamy peanut butter. This simple no-bake recipe yields a sweet, creamy candy roll that combines the subtle flavor of potatoes with rich peanut butter, perfect for a homemade confection that is both unique and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Mixture
- 1 medium potato, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons real butter
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Candy Mixture
- 2 pounds powdered sugar (more for rolling out candy)
Filling
- 1 jar creamy peanut butter (16 ounces, may not use all)
Instructions
- Cook the Potato: Peel and slice the potato into manageable pieces. Place in a small pan of water and cook over medium heat until the potato is very tender. Drain the water completely.
- Mash the Potato Mixture: Mash the cooked potato together with butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until completely smooth and free of lumps for a creamy base.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the potato mixture while mixing on low speed, continuing until the mixture becomes thick, slightly sticky, and forms a dough-like consistency.
- Roll Out Candy Dough: Sprinkle powdered sugar on a clean flat surface and roll out the candy dough to about 1/4 inch thickness, making it large enough for spreading the peanut butter layer.
- Spread Peanut Butter: Evenly spread a thin layer of creamy peanut butter over the rolled-out candy dough, leaving a small border around the edges to help seal the roll.
- Form the Candy Roll: Carefully roll the peanut butter-covered candy dough into a tight log, ensuring it holds together well.
- Chill and Slice: Place the roll in the freezer to chill until firm, then slice into 24 pieces to serve.
Notes
- Use peeled potato to avoid lumps and unwanted texture.
- Adjust the amount of peanut butter according to preference; you may not need the entire jar.
- For easier rolling, dust your surface generously with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- The candy is best served chilled and can be stored wrapped in the refrigerator.
- This candy contains no baking or frying; it relies on the natural starch of the potato for texture.
