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No-Bake Potato Candy (A Vintage Holiday Favorite)

Delightfully Easy No-Bake Potato Candy – A Vintage Holiday Favorite

No-Bake Potato Candy combines mashed potatoes and peanut butter for a delightful treat, perfect for the holidays.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy dessert, Holiday Treat, No-Bake Potato Candy, Nostalgic Desserts, sweet treat, Vintage Candy
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 90kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Plastic wrap
  • Airtight container

Ingredients

Candy Base

  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Ensure a smooth texture
  • 1 cup Mashed Potatoes Use freshly made without added ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness

Filling

  • 1.5 tablespoons Smooth Peanut Butter Can swap for Nutella or almond butter

Instructions

Prepare the Candy

  • In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  • Transfer the mixture onto a surface dusted with powdered sugar and knead until smooth and pliable.
  • Split the dough into three equal parts for easier rolling and filling.
  • Roll one portion into a rectangle about 5x8 inches and ⅛ inch thick on a powdered sugar-dusted surface.
  • Spread 1.5 tablespoons of smooth peanut butter evenly across the rolled dough, leaving a small border.
  • Roll the dough tightly like a jelly roll and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Repeat the process with the other dough portions until all rolls are made.
  • Unwrap and slice the rolls into ¼-inch pinwheels and serve at room temperature.

Notes

This candy can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Optionally, drizzle with melted chocolate for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 100mg | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 2mg