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Fresh Irish potatoes in a rustic basket ready for cooking

Irish Potatoes

A delightful sweet treat made with cream cheese, butter, coconut, and sugar, perfect for gatherings or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Irish
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • ¼ cup butter (softened)
  • 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2½ cups shredded coconut Use sweetened coconut flakes for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Method

Preparation

  • Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
  • Add the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract; mix well until combined.
  • Gently fold in the shredded coconut.
  • Roll the mixture into small oval shapes.
  • Roll each oval in ground cinnamon until coated.
  • Chill the formed Irish potatoes in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgSugar: 15g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. For longer storage, wrap individually in plastic wrap and freeze.
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