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I just posted this recipe in Recipe Swap. Thought someone here might like it too.

Irish “Potato” Candy – a sweet snack w/o potatoes

This was a staple in our home every St. Paddy’s day. They are confections shaped like potatoes but do not contain potatoes as an ingredient. Rich, but this holiday was next to Christmas for us. We love them once a year. I hope you enjoy too. Kath

· 1/4 cup softened butter

· 4 ounces cream cheese , softened

· 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

· 1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar

· 7 ounces sweetened flaked coconut (2 1/2 cups)

· 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Must use regular cream cheese, not whipped or reduced-fat type.

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese.

Add vanilla and confectioners' sugar.

Beat until mixture forms a ball.

Stir in coconut with a spoon. (I pulverize the coconut since my family doesn’t like the texture. As a powder, not one complains)

Roll the mixture between your hands to form small potato-shaped candies or roll into small balls. Poke in a few places to give the potatoes “eyes.”

Place cinnamon in a shallow dish and roll the balls in it. (lighly cover the balls atg first, and if you like cinnamon (we do) roll again)

Place the balls on a cookie sheet and chill for about 1 hour or until firm.

If you prefer "dirtier potatoes" roll the candy a second time after they have chilled.

Keep chilled until ready to serve.

I always use a small card with the name on it. Otherwise some will not taste. Those who do, love them. Have shared the recipe every year.