Description
A delightful, no-bake treat perfect for the holiday season! These Pineapple Christmas Balls are sweet, chewy, and coated in coconut, making them a festive addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional shredded coconut (for rolling)
Instructions
- Mix the pineapple base: In a large bowl, combine the well-drained crushed pineapple, graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well mixed and forms a sticky dough-like consistency.
- Shape the balls: Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball using your hands. Repeat until all the mixture is used up.
- Roll in coconut: Roll each ball in additional shredded coconut, ensuring each one is fully coated.
- Chill: Place the pineapple balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
- Serve: Once firm, transfer the Pineapple Christmas Balls to a serving dish and enjoy!
Notes
- For an added touch of texture, try mixing in chopped pecans or walnuts to the pineapple mixture before rolling the balls.
- If you prefer a firmer texture, freeze the pineapple balls for 15 minutes before serving for a delightful bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hr
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg