Grandma Shufelt’s Potato Candy

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Grandma Shufelt's sweet and creamy Potato Candy recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

230

Sugar

28g

Fat

10g

Grandma Shufelt's Potato Candy is a unique and sweet dessert that has been passed down through generations. This recipe originated during the Great Depression when ingredients were scarce, and people had to be creative with what they had in their pantry. Potatoes were a staple food during this time, and using them to make a sweet dessert was a way to make the most of what they had. This dessert is creamy and sweet, with a perfect crunch from the nuts, and a decadent chocolate coating on the outside.

Instructions

1.	Boil the potatoes in a pot of water until they are cooked through.
2.	Peel the boiled potatoes and mash them well.
3.	Add shredded coconut, chopped nuts, vanilla and powdered sugar to the mashed potatoes, mix well using your hands.
4.	Roll out the mixture into a rectangle shape on a flat surface dusted with powdered sugar.
5.	Melt the dipping chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave.
6.	Spread the melted chocolate over the mixture and roll it up tightly.
7.	Slice the potato candy roll into small bite-sized pieces and serve in a dish.

PROS

Grandma Shufelt’s Potato Candy is a unique and tasty dessert that will satisfy your sweet cravings.

It’s easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that you may already have in your pantry.

It’s perfect to serve at a party or to give as a gift to your loved ones.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and sugar content due to the use of powdered sugar and chocolate.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutritional benefits.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium.
Nuts are high in healthy fats and protein, and coconut contains medium-chain triglycerides which can boost brain function and energy levels.

	3 medium potatoes
	1 cup shredded coconut
	1 cup chopped nuts ( choice )
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	3 lbs powdered sugar
	dipping chocolate ( I use dark chocolate )