Potato Candy the 1 Must Have on Holidays

Delight your holiday guests with the whimsical sweetness of "Potato Candy: The 1 Must Have on Holidays"! This traditional no-bake confection may surprise you with its key ingredient—a small russet potato—but rest assured, it’s the magic behind the candy’s smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Blended with creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar, the result is a luscious, marbled pinwheel that’s both nostalgic and irresistibly satisfying. Requiring just a handful of pantry staples and minimal prep time, this unique recipe transforms simple ingredients into a dazzling treat perfect for Christmas cookie trays or festive gatherings. Best of all, its playful presentation makes it a conversation starter and a crowd-pleaser. Discover how this old-fashioned favorite can become your new holiday tradition!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 piece Russet potato (small to medium, peeled and cubed)
• 6 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Peanut butter (creamy preferred)

Directions

Step 1

Boil the peeled and cubed russet potato in a small pot of water over medium heat until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the water and mash the potato until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain. You will only need about 1/4 cup of mashed potato for this recipe. Let the mashed potato cool to room temperature.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup of cooled mashed potato and the vanilla extract. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing after each addition. The mixture will start as a sticky paste and eventually form into a dough-like consistency. Stop adding powdered sugar once the dough is firm and no longer sticky.

Step 3

Dust a clean, flat surface with powdered sugar. Roll out the potato candy dough into a large rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 4

Spread the creamy peanut butter evenly over the surface of the rolled-out dough.

Step 5

Starting from one of the longer edges, roll the dough tightly into a log, similar to a jelly roll. Use light pressure to ensure the log holds its shape without squeezing out the filling.

Step 6

Wrap the potato candy log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to slice.

Step 7

Once chilled, unwrap the log and slice it into 1/4-inch thick pinwheel-shaped pieces. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(994.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3637.1

Total Fat 60.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 546.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 771.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 717.2g
Protein 33.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 103.0mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1395.3mg	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: 14.4%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 82.1%