Grandma Shufelt's Potato Candy

Discover the nostalgic charm of "Grandma Shufelt's Potato Candy," a delightful no-bake treat that transforms simple pantry staples into an irresistibly sweet confection. Made with a surprising base of mashed russet potato, this old-fashioned recipe combines creamy peanut butter, fragrant vanilla, and plenty of powdered sugar to create a smooth, dough-like texture. Rolled into a delicate spiral and chilled to perfection, each slice offers a beautiful swirl of sweetness and nutty richness. Perfect for holiday platters, kid-friendly snacks, or honoring family traditions, this easy candy recipe is ready in just under an hour. From its unique ingredient twist to its melt-in-your-mouth texture, this vintage favorite is sure to become a hit with every generation.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 medium (about 6 oz) Russet potato
• 6 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Peanut butter

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potato into small chunks for faster cooking.

Step 2

Place the potato pieces in a small saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the potato is fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the cooked potato and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Mash the potato until completely smooth, allowing it to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Once the mashed potato is cool, stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. The mixture will start as a sticky paste and eventually turn into a stiff dough-like consistency. Stop adding powdered sugar once the dough is no longer sticky and is easy to roll out.

Step 6

Prepare a clean, flat surface by dusting it lightly with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Roll out the potato dough into a rectangular shape, about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 7

Spread the peanut butter evenly over the entire surface of the dough.

Step 8

Carefully roll the dough into a log shape, starting from one of the longer edges and rolling tightly to create a spiral effect.

Step 9

Wrap the log in plastic wrap or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.

Step 10

Once chilled, slice the log into 1/4-inch thick pieces to create spiral-shaped candies.

Step 11

Store the potato candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1153.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4511.7

Total Fat 131.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 32.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 82.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 813.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 732.9g
Protein 61.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 161.2mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2420.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.3%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 69.4%