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Old Amish Potato Candy
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 10 Minutes
Servings: 20
Just goes to show ya, potatoes are awesome, even as candy!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup mashed potatoes
2 teaspoons butter, softened
4 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 1/2 cups flaked coconut
3/4 cup whole pecans
Directions:
1. In a large mixing bowl combine potatoes, butter, cocoa, and vanilla.
2. Gradually blend in sugar, then coconut.
3. Knead until completely mixed.
4. Shape into one-inch balls and press a pecan into the center of each.
5. Wrap in foil and store in airtight container.
By RecipeOfHealth.com