Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add softened cream cheese and butter to a large mixing bowl.
- Using the paddle feature on your mixer, mix on low for 1 minute until fully combined.
- Add half of the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to a mixing bowl.
- * Adding a touch of cinnamon to the Irish potato mixture really enhances the flavor. This step is where most recipes miss out.
- Turn the mixer on the lowest setting and combine. Slowly add the remaining confectioners’ sugar until all is added, then mix until smooth.
- Add the shredded coconut to the mixing bowl and set the mixer on the lowest setting. Combine all the shredded coconut with the sweet, creamy mixture.
- Add the remaining cinnamon to a shallow bowl or pie dish.
- Use a teaspoon to scoop out the cream cheese and sugar mixture, then roll it into small potato-sized bites.
- Place the potatoes in the cinnamon and roll them around in the dish to fully coat them.
- Repeat the process until the mixture is fully coated.
Nutrition
Notes
Chef Tips
- If you have time, chill the mixture before rolling. It firms up fast and makes shaping easier.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the creamy mixture; it adds another layer of flavor that most people miss.
- Roll them in cinnamon, then lightly dust again right before serving. That second coat makes them look more realistic AND gives the best cinnamon hit.
- Our recipe uses less confectioners' sugar than most to make these holiday treats slightly healthier. If you prefer more sugar, add an additional cup of confectioners' sugar.
- For a less grainy version, chop the shredded coconut before adding it to the creamy mixture.
