Uncle Bill's Potato Chocolates Recipe

Name: Uncle Bill's Potato Chocolates
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mashed potatoes; ⅜ cup butter, melted; 2 lbs confectioners' sugar; 10 ounces sweetened coconut; ¼ cup peanut butter; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon salt; 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips; 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate squares; 2 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1
Peel one large potato, cut into chunks and place in a medium size saucepan.
2
Cover with water and bring to boil.
3
Cook until tender.
4
Drain.
5
Mash potatoes and let cool.
6
In a mixing bowl, mix together 1 cup of mashed potatoes and melted butter; mix well to blend.
7
Add confectioners' sugar, sweetend coconut, peanut butter, vanilla extract and salt; mix well to incorporate.
8
Lightly grease your hands with butter and mix the ingredients thoroughly.
9
Shape mixture into small 1 inch balls or ovals.
10
Place on a plate or cookie sheet and chill while preparing the chocolate dip.
11
CHOCOLATE DIP.
12
In a double boiler, melt semi-sweet chocolate and unsweetened chocolate squares.
13
Add butter and mix well to blend.
14
Dip each piece of chocolate to coat well and place on a cookie sheet lined with wax paper.
15
Place in refrigerator to harden.
16
Store in refrigerator in an airtight container.
17
NOTE: You may use either smooth or crunchy peanut butter.

1764

kcal

Calories

Fat

300

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mashed potatoes, ⅜ cup butter, melted, 2 lbs confectioners' sugar, 10 ounces sweetened coconut, and more.

Yes, Uncle Bill's Potato Chocolates falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Uncle Bill's Potato Chocolates

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Variations & substitutions

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