Irish Potatoes (candy)

• ¹⁄₄ cup softened butter
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
• 7 ounces sweetened flaked coconut (2 1/2 cups)
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. NOTE: Be sure to use regular cream cheese, not whipped or reduced fat type.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese.
3. Add vanilla and confectioners' sugar.
4. Beat until mixture forms a ball.
5. Stir in coconut with a spoon.
6. Roll the mixture between your hands to form small potato-shaped candies or roll into small balls.
7. Place cinnamon in a shallow dish and roll the balls in it.
8. Place the balls on a cookie sheet and chill for about 1 hour or until firm.
9. If you prefer "dirtier potatoes" roll the candy a second time after they have chilled.