Description
A nostalgic treat combining mashed potatoes with sweetness and chocolate, perfect for family gatherings and festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (for coating)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened chocolate (melted)
Instructions
- Combine the mashed potatoes and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
- Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Fold in the shredded coconut carefully, ensuring an even distribution without overmixing.
- Form the mixture into small, potato-shaped balls using your hands.
- Chill the balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until firm.
- Melt the chocolate and then coat each potato ball in cocoa powder or melted chocolate.
- Allow to set and harden before serving.
Notes
Keep the mashed potatoes cold for optimal texture and don’t skip the chilling step to maintain the shape.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg