Description
Pineapple Christmas Balls are a delightful no-bake holiday treat featuring a sweet and tangy mixture of crushed pineapple, graham crackers, and shredded coconut. These easy-to-make dessert balls are perfect for festive gatherings, combining creamy condensed milk with tropical flavors and a crunchy coconut coating for a refreshing and crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained well
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk, crushed graham crackers, drained crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, chopped nuts (if using), vanilla extract, and salt. Stir the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture becomes thick and sticky.
- Chill Mixture: Place the bowl with the mixture into the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes. This chilling step helps firm up the mixture, making it easier to handle when forming the balls.
- Form Balls: After chilling, scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a round ball. Repeat this process until all the mixture is used up.
- Coat with Coconut: Roll each ball in the extra shredded coconut to evenly coat the exterior, adding texture and a festive look.
- Refrigerate to Set: Arrange the coconut-coated balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate them for at least 2 hours to allow them to firm up completely.
- Serve: Serve the pineapple Christmas balls chilled or at room temperature as a delightful holiday dessert or snack.
Notes
- Ensure the pineapple is drained very well to avoid excess moisture which can make the mixture too wet.
- You can freeze the pineapple balls for up to one month in an airtight container for longer storage.
- For a festive appearance, roll the balls in red or green colored shredded coconut instead of plain coconut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
