Maine Potato Candy (Needhams)

Ingredients

• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 3/4 cup cold plain mashed potatoes (can use plain instant mashed potatoes with no milk or butter added)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 pound chocolate chips or candy coating
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil (if using chocolate chips)

Preparation

1. Line a baking sheet with foil and grease the foil with butter or baking spray, set aside.
2. In a large bowl mix together powdered sugar, coconut, mashed potatoes, vanilla, and salt.
3. Spread into the prepared baking sheet, making sure it is as smooth as possible.
4. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours (overnight is okay as well).
5. Once chilled, cut the mixture into 2x1-inch rectangles or 2x2-inch sqaures. Place onto a different parchment-lined baking sheet and chill for 30 minutes.
6. Microwave the chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until completely melted.
7. Using 2 forks dip the candies into the melted chocolate, tapping against the side of the bowl removing the excess chocolate. Place back onto the parchment-lined pan and repeat with the repeating candies.
8. Chill in the refrigerator for a final 15 minutes to firm up the chocolate coating.