The Best Irish Potato Candy Recipe
Home » Recipes » St. Patrick's DayPublished: Feb 10, 2022 · Modified: Mar 6, 2024 by Coley · This post may contain affiliate links. Jump to RecipeIt wouldn't be St. Patrick's Day without this irresistible Irish Potato Candy! These cinnamon coated, coconut cream candies are bite-sized and made to look just like little potatoes. This no bake candy recipe has a few unique tweaks to make it even better than the original.This traditional St. Patrick's Day candy is not actually from Ireland and isn't made from actual realpotatoes (unlike the peanut butter swirled potato candy). Fun fact - They originated in Philadelphia by Irish immigrants in the early 1900s and remain a popular sweet treat during the month of March.You may have seen the popular Oh Ryan brand in your local market or candy store, especially if you're from the greater Philadelphia area. Or, like me, you grew up making these cute little potatoes from scratch!Some people make them with corn syrup, while others make them with cre...