Irish Potatoes Recipe

These easy-to-make Irish Potatoes (a fun twist on classic cinnamon sugar cookies!) are perfect for a family baking session. Kids will love helping with this simple recipe, resulting in delicious, melt-in-your-mouth treats. Get ready for a sweet and comforting experience – perfect for holidays or any day!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 95.3 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Irish Potatoes

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How to Make Irish Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 8 ounces cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add 4 cups granulated sugar, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually add 4 cups all-purpose flour and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
  9. Roll each ball in a mixture of 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon.
  10. Place cookies onto ungreased baking sheets.
  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  12. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Enjoy your delicious Irish Potatoes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

11g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Irish Potatoes?

Irish Potatoes takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Irish Potatoes?

Irish Potatoes has approximately 95.3 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Irish Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Irish Potatoes are Butter, Vanilla, Powdered 10X Sugar, Cream Cheese, Cinnamon, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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