Potato Fudge
Discover the surprisingly indulgent world of Potato Fudge—a unique twist on classic fudge that uses creamy, mashed Russet potatoes as its secret base! This innovative no-bake dessert delivers a rich, velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor, thanks to the perfect combination of cocoa powder and butter. Sweetened with powdered sugar and optionally enhanced with chopped nuts for a satisfying crunch, this recipe is wonderfully versatile and perfect for curious sweet tooths. Ready in just 30 minutes (plus chilling time), Potato Fudge is a quick, gluten-free treat that’s sure to intrigue and delight. Whether you’re whipping up a batch for a small gathering or as a creative food gift, this velvety fudge will be an instant conversation starter.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Russet potato
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Peel the Russet potato and cut it into small chunks.
Boil the potato chunks in a pot of salted water until fork-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain well.
Mash the potato chunks until completely smooth, ensuring there are no lumps. You will need 1/2 cup of mashed potato for the fudge.
In a large mixing bowl, add 1/2 cup of the mashed potato, butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Sift the cocoa powder into the potato mixture and stir until smooth.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing after each addition. Continue until the mixture becomes a thick dough-like consistency.
Stir in the salt and, if using, the chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Press the fudge mixture evenly into the dish.
Refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until firm.
Once set, remove the fudge from the dish using the parchment paper and cut it into squares.
Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 779 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 551.9 g | 201% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 474.5 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1976 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
