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Pineapple Christmas Balls

Pineapple Christmas Balls: Sweet No-Bake Holiday Delights

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Pineapple Christmas Balls are delightful no-bake treats combining tangy pineapple and creamy cheese, wrapped in coconut and pecans for a festive dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple well-drained
  • 1 to 2 cups powdered sugar adjust to taste
For the Coating
  • 1 cup coconut flakes unsweetened recommended
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts/almonds for variation

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Cookie sheet
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, well-drained crushed pineapple, and powdered sugar. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Roll tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture into small balls and place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  3. In a shallow dish, mix coconut flakes and chopped pecans well.
  4. Roll each ball in the coconut and pecan mixture until fully coated.
  5. Refrigerate the coated balls for at least 1 hour to set.
  6. Serve chilled on a festive platter. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the crushed pineapple is drained well to avoid sogginess. Feel free to customize the nuts or use colored coconut flakes for a festive touch.

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