homemade idaho spuds candy

Boise, ID
Updated on Feb 16, 2014

My Dad absolutely loves Idaho Spuds candy. I wanted to surprise him with a homemade version. I tried and tried and finally I do believe I have nailed it. At least he tells me that I have. Every Christmas he looks forward to seeing these in his goodie box.

prep time 40 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield about 50

Ingredients

  • 2 - eggs (beaten) if not wanting to use real eggs can substitute powdered eggs and water to equal 2 large eggs
  • 1 pound powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • - tiny pinch of salt
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 10 ounces mini marshmallows
  • 2 cups finely shredded coconut or finely chopped nuts

How To Make homemade idaho spuds candy

  • Step 1
    In a small microwave bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips and the butter together in the microwave for about 1 minute. Stir until fully melted. Set aside
  • Step 2
    In a large mixing bowl mix well the beaten eggs, powdered sugar, vanilla and salt. Add the melted chocolate and butter mixture. Stir to combine. Then add the mini- marshmallows and combine well. May have to use your hands to really mix it all up. Don't be afraid to get your hands gooey.
  • Step 3
    Scoop out a tablespoon of the mixture, shape as well as you can into a log. Then roll in the shredded coconut or nuts. Continue until all the chocolate mixture is used up.

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