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Coconut Potato Kisses

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These easy drop candies, featuring potatoes, coconut, and powdered sugar, are sweet and have an irresistible coconut flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup warm mashed potatoes
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 lb sifted powdered sugar
  • 3/4 pound shredded coconut

Preparation:

1. Prepare a cookie sheet by lining it with aluminum foil or waxed paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the potatoes, butter, salt, and vanilla.

3. Slowly beat in the powdered sugar in several batches. Stir in the coconut until well-combined.

4. Drop by teaspoonfuls on the baking sheet and chill until set. Makes about 36 kisses.

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