Christmas Potato Candy

Prep: 20 min

Christmas Potato Candy combines creamy mashed potatoes with shredded coconut and vanilla, dipped in chocolate for a festive treat ideal for sharing during the holiday season.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup cold mashed potatoes
  • 4 cups shredded coconut
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 8 squares chocolate

Instructions

  1. Mix the mashed potatoes and powdered sugar until well combined.
  2. Stir in the shredded coconut, salt, and vanilla extract.
  3. Blend the mixture until smooth and consistent.
  4. Press the mixture into a large pan to about 1/2 inch thickness.
  5. Melt the chocolate and pour it over the pressed mixture.
  6. Allow to cool, then cut into squares for serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

487 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.1g 8% DV
Total Fat 16.3g 21% DV
Carbs 68.6g 25% DV
Fiber 5.8g 21% DV
Sugar 42g 84% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9720mg 100% DV
Potassium 444mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 2mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.8mcg
Vitamin C 10.1mg 11% DV
Calcium 36.8mg 3% DV
Iron 3mg 17% DV
Diet fit High-fiber

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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