Description
Sweet, simple, and packed with nostalgic charm, this Potato Candy recipe transforms a humble russet potato into a melt-in-your-mouth no-bake treat. Rolled with creamy peanut butter and dusted in powdered sugar, this old-fashioned dessert is ideal for holidays, edible gifts, or when you're craving something unique. With just a few pantry ingredients, it’s a quick dessert, easy recipe, and a fun addition to your collection of holiday food ideas, easy sweets, or kid-friendly snacks. If you're looking for no-bake recipes, vintage candy ideas, or a budget dessert, this one’s a must-try!
Ingredients
0.5 cup mashed russet potato (cooled)
6–7 cups powdered sugar
0.75 cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
0.25 cup extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Peel, boil, and mash the russet potato until smooth. Let it cool completely.
2. In a large bowl, add the mashed potato and begin mixing in powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
3. Add vanilla extract if using, and continue mixing until dough is smooth and not sticky.
4. Dust a sheet of parchment or wax paper with powdered sugar. Roll out the dough into a ¼-inch thick rectangle.
5. Spread a thin, even layer of creamy peanut butter over the dough, leaving a small border.
6. Carefully roll the dough into a tight log using the parchment paper to guide you.
7. Wrap the log and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
8. Slice into ¼-inch thick rounds and serve. Dust with extra powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Make sure your mashed potato is completely cool before adding sugar to avoid melting it into a syrupy mess.
Use parchment or wax paper to roll the candy—it keeps the process clean and makes chilling easier.
Chill the roll before slicing to get clean, picture-perfect spirals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: potato candy, no bake candy, vintage candy, easy dessert, old-fashioned recipe, edible gift