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Pineapple Christmas Balls

A festive no-bake holiday treat made with pineapple, cream cheese, coconut, and powdered sugar.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple well drained
  • 2 cups shredded coconut plus extra for rolling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rubber spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. Fold in well-drained crushed pineapple.
  4. Stir in shredded coconut until evenly mixed.
  5. Refrigerate mixture until firm enough to roll.
  6. Roll mixture into bite-sized balls.
  7. Roll each ball in additional shredded coconut.
  8. Chill until set and ready to serve.

Notes

Drain pineapple thoroughly to prevent excess moisture.