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Pineapple Christmas Balls

Delightful little bites combining sweet pineapple and rich cream cheese, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (drained and patted dry)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened) Can substitute with low-fat cream cheese.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup shredded coconut Plus extra for coating.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) Walnuts or pecans for an extra crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain and dry the canned pineapple chunks thoroughly. Pat them with paper towels to avoid excess moisture.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Mix until the texture is smooth and fluffy.
  3. Gently fold in the drained pineapple chunks until everything is well combined; be careful not to over-mix.
Rolling and Coating
  1. Using your hands, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into golf ball-sized balls.
  2. Roll each ball in shredded coconut until fully covered.
  3. Place your finished Pineapple Christmas Balls on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Serving
  1. Serve chilled, and for an extra festive touch, drizzle with more coconut or sprinkle some chopped nuts on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 20mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If freezing, flash freeze them on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer-safe bag.

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