Pineapple Christmas Balls
These no-bake Pineapple Christmas Balls blend tropical pineapple, creamy cream cheese, and sweet coconut for a festive treat that's bright, fun, and perfect for holiday gatherings—without needing an oven!
Ingredients
- 1 can (398 mL) crushed pineapple, drained very well
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened or substitute with mascarpone
- 2 cups desiccated coconut divided
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs or crushed digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers
- 1 packet (3 oz) pineapple-flavored gelatin powder use dry powder, do not prepare
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the well-drained crushed pineapple, 1 cup of the coconut, graham cracker crumbs, and dry pineapple gelatin powder.
- Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up the mixture.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into smooth balls using your hands.
- Roll each ball in the remaining 1 cup of coconut until fully coated.
- Place the finished balls in an airtight container and refrigerate until serving. They will stay fresh for up to 5 days.
Notes
For variations, try rolling in festive sprinkles, drizzling with chocolate, or swapping the gelatin flavor. To freeze, place on a tray until firm, then store in a freezer bag for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving. For gifting, pack in mini boxes lined with parchment paper.
Nutrition
Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.3mg
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