Description
Old-Fashioned Potato Candy is a nostalgic American treat featuring a smooth mashed potato dough blended with powdered sugar and vanilla, then spread with creamy peanut butter and rolled into sweet, bite-sized pinwheels. This no-bake candy offers a unique texture and rich flavor, perfect for a vintage dessert lover seeking an easy homemade confection.
Ingredients
Potato Dough
- 1 small russet potato (about 1/2 cup mashed)
- 4–6 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Filling
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Boil and mash potatoes: Peel, dice, and boil the potato until fork-tender, about 10–15 minutes. Drain thoroughly and mash until smooth with no lumps. Let it cool slightly before use.
- Prepare the dough: Place the mashed potato in a large mixing bowl. Stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. The mixture will initially be runny but will thicken into a pliable dough as you add more sugar.
- Roll out the dough: Dust a clean work surface with powdered sugar, then roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick, ensuring an even thickness throughout.
- Spread peanut butter: Evenly spread the creamy peanut butter over the entire surface of the rolled-out dough.
- Roll and chill: Carefully roll the dough tightly starting from one long side into a log shape. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up the candy.
- Slice and serve: Once chilled, unwrap the log and slice into 1/4-inch rounds. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use just enough powdered sugar to form a soft but rollable dough.
- This vintage treat is very sweet; thin slices go a long way.
- Store leftover candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
