Peanut Butter Potato Candy

Peanut Butter Potato Candy is a traditional Southern dessert that originated during the Great Depression when ingredients like flour and sugar were scarce. Potatoes were used as a substitute to make a sweet and creamy candy.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 5.

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Peanut Butter Potato Candy

Cooking Method: No cooking required Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 20 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 medium-sized Potatoes
• 1 cup Peanut Butter
• 2 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

1. Boil the potatoes until tender. Peel and mash them.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
3. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
4. Place the mixture in the refrigerator and let it rest for at least 1 hour.
5. Once chilled, shape the mixture into small balls or any desired shape.
6. Roll the shaped candies in powdered sugar.
7. Place the candies in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 12g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.