Irish potato candy

Ingredients

• 1/2 stick of butter softened
• 1/2 brick of cream cheese softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 4 cups confectioners sugar
• 2 1/2 cups sweetened coconut
• 2 Tablespoons cinnamon

Directions:1

1. NOTE: Be sure to use regular cream cheese, not whipped or reduced fat type.2
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese.3
3. Add vanilla and confectioners' sugar.4
4. Beat until mixture forms a ball.5
5. Stir in coconut with a spoon.6
6. Roll the mixture between your hands to form small potato-shaped candies or roll into small balls.7
7. Place cinnamon in a shallow dish and roll the balls in it.8
8. Place the balls on a cookie sheet and chill for about 1 hour or until firm.9
9. If you prefer "dirtier potatoes" roll the candy a second time after they have chilled.10
10. Alternatively dip in melted chocolate for Easter eggs.

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