These Pineapple Christmas Balls are a tropical twist on your holiday treats! With a creamy, coconut-packed center and a burst of pineapple flavor, they bring a sunny, sweet touch to your festive celebrations. Perfect for those who want a tropical flair for Christmas, these no-bake bites are easy to make and so refreshing.
Ingredients:
- 398 mL canned crushed pineapple, very well drained
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Unsweetened fine desiccated coconut (divided)
- ½ cup Graham crumbs
- 3 oz packet pineapple Jello
Instructions:
- Add softened cream cheese to a large mixing bowl. Use a mixer to beat until smooth and creamy to avoid lumps.
- Add the drained pineapple, 1 cup of coconut, graham crumbs, and the packet of pineapple Jello (don’t prepare the Jello first—just add the powder).
- Mix everything well until fully combined.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Once chilled, scoop the mixture into tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball in the remaining coconut to coat.
- Store the Pineapple Christmas Balls in a food-safe container in the fridge until ready to serve.
Nutrition (Per Ball):
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Carbs: 9g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Sugar: 7g
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