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Pineapple Christmas Balls Recipe

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Pineapple Christmas Balls are a delightful, no-bake dessert perfect for holiday celebrations. Made with crushed pineapple, cream cheese, graham crumbs, and pineapple jello, these sweet and tangy treats are rolled in desiccated coconut for a festive look and added texture. They require minimal preparation and refrigeration, making them an easy and crowd-pleasing holiday snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 398 mL canned crushed pineapple, very well drained
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups unsweetened fine desiccated coconut (divided: 1 cup for mixing, 1 cup for rolling)
  • 1/2 cup graham crumbs
  • 3 ounce packet pineapple jello powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cream Cheese: Add the room temperature cream cheese to a large bowl. Use a mixer to beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  2. Combine Ingredients: To the beaten cream cheese, add the well-drained crushed pineapple, 1 cup of desiccated coconut, graham crumbs, and the entire packet of pineapple jello powder. There is no need to dissolve the jello beforehand; sprinkle it directly into the bowl.
  3. Mix Thoroughly: Stir or mix the ingredients well until they are completely combined into a homogeneous mixture.
  4. Chill Mixture: Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for one hour to firm up the mixture and enhance flavors.
  5. Form Balls: After chilling, use a tablespoon to scoop portions of the mixture. Roll each portion between your palms to form smooth balls.
  6. Coat Balls: Roll each formed ball in the remaining 1 cup of desiccated coconut, ensuring an even coating for texture and appearance.
  7. Storage: Place the finished Pineapple Christmas Balls in a food-safe container. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve to maintain freshness and texture.

Notes

  • Make sure to drain the canned pineapple very well to prevent excess moisture which can make the mixture too soft.
  • Softened cream cheese should be at room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
  • The pineapple jello powder adds flavor and helps the balls set without needing to be cooked or baked.
  • Keep the balls refrigerated until serving to maintain firmness.
  • These treats can be made a day ahead, allowing flavors to meld for even better taste.

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