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Pineapple Christmas Balls

Pineapple Christmas Balls: A Tropical Holiday Treat You’ll Love

Delightful Pineapple Christmas Balls combine tropical sweetness and creamy richness—perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Treats
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple Ensure to drain well
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Opt for full-fat
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste
For Coating
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Use unsweetened
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans Can swap with walnuts or almonds
Optional Flavor Enhancer
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Adds tangy brightness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • fine mesh strainer
  • electric mixer
  • parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by draining the crushed pineapple in a fine mesh strainer for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained pineapple with softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Blend until smooth.
  3. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Coat each ball in shredded coconut and chopped pecans, pressing gently to ensure coating sticks.
  5. Chill the coated balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up.
  6. Serve on a festive platter, optionally alongside seasonal fruits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best made a day in advance for flavor melding. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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