Description
Sweet nostalgia meets creamy delight in this old-fashioned potato candy recipe, a charming confection passed down through generations. Whipped potatoes blend seamlessly with powdered sugar and peanut butter, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat that connects you to cherished family memories.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 1 small russet potato (about ½ cup mashed)
Main Ingredients:
- 45 cups (480–600 grams) powdered sugar, sifted
- ½ cup (120 grams) peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
Flavor Enhancer:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the potato base by peeling and dicing a potato into uniform chunks, then submerge in lightly salted water. Boil until fork-tender, approximately 10-12 minutes. Drain completely and transform into a silky-smooth mash using a potato masher or ricer. Allow the potato puree to cool to ambient temperature.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, combine the cooled potato mash with a hint of vanilla extract. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, integrating one cup at a time. Continue mixing until the mixture transitions from sticky to a cohesive, pliable dough that maintains structural integrity without adhering to surfaces.
- Generously dust a clean work surface with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Gently roll the dough into a rectangular shape, aiming for a consistent 1/4-inch thickness. Ensure the surface remains evenly flattened with minimal cracks or uneven patches.
- Spread a uniform layer of creamy peanut butter across the dough’s surface, maintaining a narrow border around the edges to prevent overflow during rolling.
- Carefully initiate the rolling process from one elongated side, creating a tightly wound cylindrical form reminiscent of a classic jelly roll. Encase the completed log in plastic wrap, securing the ends to maintain shape and moisture.
- Refrigerate the wrapped candy log for a minimum of one hour, allowing it to firm and solidify. Once chilled, unwrap and slice into delicate 1/4-inch medallions using a sharp knife. Arrange artfully on a serving platter, ready to delight.
Notes
- Potato moisture matters significantly when creating the perfect candy consistency, so ensure your mashed potato is completely dry and at room temperature before mixing.
- Use a kitchen towel to pat the boiled potato pieces dry, removing excess water that could make the dough too sticky or prevent proper sugar absorption.
- Powdered sugar brands vary in sweetness, so add gradually and taste-test to achieve the right balance without overwhelming sugar levels.
- For gluten-free variations, verify that your powdered sugar is certified gluten-free, as some brands might contain trace wheat ingredients.
- Chill the rolled log thoroughly to help maintain clean, precise slices and prevent crumbling when cutting.
- Experiment with alternative nut butters like almond or cashew for unique flavor profiles if peanut allergies are a concern.
- Store candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20
- Calories: 241.5
- Sugar: 120 g
- Sodium: 1.5 mg
- Fat: 9.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37.3 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 3.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg