Whether you’re looking to make the perfect Christmas gift or just a delicious treat, this sweet potato candy recipe is sure to please. Not to mention it’s super easy to make!
Old fashioned
During the Depression Era, the southern states of America developed a simple, no-bake dessert known as Old-Fashioned Potato Candy. It was made with just three ingredients: potatoes, peanut butter, and powdered sugar. It was a popular treat because the ingredients were inexpensive.
The recipe is easy to make and is great for gift giving. This no-bake treat can be frozen or stored for up to two weeks in an airtight container.
First, you need to prepare the mashed potatoes. To do this, boil a small potato until it is very tender. When it is cool enough to handle, mash it with a potato masher. You should have about half a cup of mashed potato. Combine the mashed potato with 2 cups of powdered sugar. Then, add in vanilla extract. Continue adding in a cup at a time, until you have combined all of the powdered sugar.
When the mixture has reached a firm ball stage, remove the mixture from the heat. Allow it to cool to a lukewarm temperature (110 deg.). If you notice any crystals, use a cold water brush to remove them.
Once you have cooled the mixture, you can cut it into 1-inch squares. Then, you can roll the candy out onto a piece of wax paper. Then, you can wrap the rolled candy in a plastic wrap.
You can store the leftover candy for up to 7-10 days in an airtight container. It can also be frozen for up to 10 minutes. This sweet potato candy is rich, sweet, and delicious. It makes a wonderful addition to your holiday tray.
It is a great recipe for using up any leftover sweet potatoes. The recipe also works well with hazelnut spreads or nut butters.
Irish
Traditionally, the Irish potato candy is made with a combination of cream cheese, butter, shredded coconut, and powdered sugar. It is a great no-bake recipe for a fun holiday treat.
Using an electric mixer, combine the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth. Place the mixture on a parchment lined baking sheet and roll into balls. When rolled, the balls should be at least a half inch in diameter. Then roll them in ground cinnamon.
To make the chocolate coating, melt the chocolate on a double boiler or in the microwave. If you choose to use a microwave, stir it after every interval. If you use a double boiler, allow it to sit for an additional five minutes before stirring.
If you aren’t into the fudge-like chocolate topping, you can try making a less sweet version. For example, you can use reduced-fat cream cheese. You can also add ground cinnamon to decorate the potato.
Depending on your preference, you can make the potato candy as small or large as you like. If you want to store the potato candy for several days, keep it in the refrigerator. It will last up to 7 days. You can also freeze the potato candy for up to two weeks.
Another version of the Irish Potato Candy uses a nut butter layer instead of a cookie dough. This is easier to do with kids. If you have an ice cream scoop, you can form the balls into balls. You can then wrap the ball in wax paper and store it in a plastic bag.
This is a simple no-bake recipe that is fun to make with kids. Whether you make it with mashed potatoes or with shredded coconut, you will find that it is a delicious treat.
Grandma’s
Whether you are looking for a great dessert for your next holiday gathering or you just want to try a new recipe, you should try making Grandma’s Sweet Potato Pie. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for any occasion. It is also a good way to use up your extra sweet potatoes.
The true southern version of this dish is made with evaporated milk. But you can also try it with heavy cream if you are pressed for time. You can even substitute the milk for canned evaporated milk.
The best part about this recipe is that you can prepare the crust several days in advance and then bake the filling later. You can then store the pie in a large plastic Ziploc freezer bag and freeze it for up to three months. The crust may be slightly soggy during this time, but it will be worth it in the end.
The most obvious ingredients for this recipe are sweet potatoes and butter. You should chop the potatoes into uniformly sized cubes so they cook evenly. Using a ricer or blender is the ideal way to mash the potatoes.
In addition to butter and sugar, you should also add pure vanilla extract. This will give the pie a nice sheen. You can use white sugar if you would prefer.
The candy can be stored for up to two weeks in an airtight container. If you need to use it up before then, you should try storing it in the freezer. This will help you save some money in the long run.
While there are other recipes out there that claim to have the “oldest” ingredient, there is only one that is truly the oldest. This recipe is the oldest in my book.
Baked parmesan
Whether you are looking for a delicious side dish or an appetizer, these baked parmesan sweet potatoes are a wonderful option. They are quick and easy to prepare, and full of flavor. They are also healthier than regular fried sweet potatoes.
To prepare these yummy and easy dessert, you’ll first need to slice the sweet potatoes into 1/4 inch sticks. You can do this by using a mandoline.
After preparing the sweet potatoes, you’ll then need to coat them with garlic and olive oil. You’ll also want to season them with salt and pepper. After you have coated the sweet potatoes, you’ll need to put them in the oven for about 20 minutes. After they have baked for about 15 minutes, you’ll want to flip them over.
Next, you’ll need to sprinkle the tops of the sweet potatoes with minced garlic. You can also add a bit of dried parsley.
After you have seasoned the sweet potatoes, you’ll need to place them on a rimmed baking sheet. You’ll also need to line the pan with foil. This helps keep them from sticking to the pan.
Then, you’ll need to coat them with seasoned butter. You’ll also need to place them on top of a cheese that has been seasoned with more melted butter.
After baking, you’ll want to remove the sweet potatoes from the oven. They should be slightly golden in color. You’ll then want to serve them warm. Alternatively, you can store them in the refrigerator for about a week.
You can also make these delicious and easy sweet potato snacks as a part of your holiday dinner. If you enjoy them, you can share your recipe with others. You can even tag @homecookingadventure on Instagram.
Origins
During the early 1800s, sweet potato candy made its way into the United States, but the origins of this treat are not always clear. Some say the recipe was introduced by the Pennsylvania Dutch, while others believe it came to the United States with the Irish. Either way, this sweet treat was easy to make and tasted great.
In the first few decades of the 20th century, a number of cookbooks featured sweet potato candy recipes. One of these was Martha McCulloch-Williams’s Dishes from the Old South. Another was Florence Greenbaum’s 1919 International Jewish Cookbook.
Unlike Irish potato candies, which are usually coated with coconut flakes, American potato candy is typically made with a peanut butter filling. This can be a great way to use up extra sweet potatoes. If you have peanut butter in your cupboard, you can easily combine it with the sweet potato candy recipe to make a delicious treat.
In 1880, America’s sweet potato culture took off. This new food was not only popular, but inexpensive to produce. It also was a favorite of the wealthy. They wanted to be in on the fad. It was also a good use of a potato, which was a common frugal German practice.
By the mid-1800s, mashed sweet potatoes with marshmallows were a Thanksgiving tradition in the North. However, they did not become a household name until the late 1900s, when the Boston kitchen developed a recipe for a similar dish.
As a result, the sweet potato was introduced to the world through the transatlantic slave trade. In the 1600s, Spanish traders brought sweet potatoes to West Africa. Later, they were cultivated in the humid climate of the South. They became a popular vegetable in the South during the colonial era.