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Festive Pineapple Christmas Balls

Festive Pineapple Christmas Balls: Easy Tropical Treats to Wow!

Enjoy Festive Pineapple Christmas Balls, a tropical treat that's easy to make, no-bake, and perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 13.5 ounces Canned Crushed Pineapple Ensure it's thoroughly drained to avoid a soggy mixture.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Soften before use for the smoothest texture.
  • 0.5 cups Finely Crushed Graham Cracker Crumbs Digestive biscuits can be a delightful substitute.
  • 3 ounces Pineapple Gelatin Mix For a vegetarian option, substituting with agar-agar works beautifully.
For the Coating
  • 2 cups Unsweetened Finely Desiccated Coconut Feel free to use sweetened coconut for added sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Shallow Dish
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by ensuring your cream cheese is softened. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and pineapple gelatin mix together using an electric mixer for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gently fold in the thoroughly drained canned crushed pineapple and finely crushed graham cracker crumbs into the cream cheese mixture.
  3. Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. While the mixture chills, pour the desiccated coconut into a shallow dish.
  5. Once the mixture has chilled, scoop tablespoons of it and gently roll each portion between your palms to form small balls.
  6. Roll each ball in the desiccated coconut, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides.
  7. Refrigerate the coated pineapple balls for at least an hour to allow them to set properly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a fun twist, try mixing colored sugar with the coconut for a festive appearance.

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