Old Fashioned Potato Candy

3. Peanut Butter

You’ll need about 1/2 cup of peanut butter. You can use smooth or crunchy, whichever you prefer. Smooth peanut butter will give you an even texture, while crunchy will add some interesting bits to your candy.

It’s best to use regular peanut butter rather than natural peanut butter for this recipe. Natural peanut butter can separate and might affect how your candy turns out.

4. Vanilla Extract (Optional)

While not necessary, a teaspoon of vanilla extract can add a nice flavor to your candy. It goes well with the peanut butter and adds an extra bit of sweetness.

How to Make Easy Old Fashioned Potato Candy Recipe

Now that we have our ingredients ready, let’s go through the steps to make Old Fashioned Potato Candy. Don’t worry if you’ve never made candy before – this recipe is easy to follow.

1. Get Your Workspace Ready

Before you start, make sure you have a clean, dry surface to work on. You’ll be rolling out your candy dough, so a smooth countertop or a large cutting board works well. You might want to put down some wax paper or parchment paper to make cleanup easier.

2. Mix the Potatoes and Sugar

1. In a large mixing bowl, put your 1/2 cup of cooled mashed potatoes and the vanilla extract (if you’re using it).
2. Slowly add the powdered sugar, about a cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. You might want to start with a spoon, but as the mixture gets thicker, you’ll probably need to use your hands.
3. Keep adding sugar until the mixture forms a dough that’s not sticky anymore. It should feel a bit like play-dough.
4. If the dough seems too dry, you can add a tiny bit more mashed potato. If it’s too wet, add more powdered sugar.

3. Roll Out the Dough

1. Sprinkle some powdered sugar on your work surface to prevent sticking.
2. Take your dough and shape it into a rough rectangle with your hands.
3. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Try to keep the edges as straight as you can.
4. If the dough sticks to the rolling pin, dust it lightly with more powdered sugar.

4. Add the Peanut Butter

1. Spread the 1/2 cup of peanut butter evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
2. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread the peanut butter. Be gentle so you don’t tear the dough.

5. Roll and Chill

1. Starting from one of the long sides, carefully roll the dough into a log, like you’re rolling up a jelly roll.
2. If any cracks appear as you’re rolling, gently pinch them closed.
3. Once you’ve rolled up your candy, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or wax paper.
4. Put the wrapped roll in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least an hour, or until it’s firm enough to slice.

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