Creamy Coconut Pineapple Christmas Balls Recipe

Brighten your holiday spread with Pineapple Christmas Balls, where pineapple’s tang meets creamy cheese and coconut’s allure in an easy no-bake treat.

Pineapple Christmas Balls Recipe

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavours with the Pineapple Christmas Balls recipe, a whimsical holiday treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. These cheerful bites encapsulate the tropical zest of pineapple, the creamy richness of cheese, and the exotic sweetness of coconut, creating a unique and irresistible addition to any festive occasion. Beyond their flavour, these no-bake marvels are a testament to the magic of simple ingredients coming together in festive harmony.

Ingredients

• 398 mL canned crushed pineapple, very well drained
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups unsweetened fine desiccated coconut
• 1/2 cup graham crumbs
• 3-ounce packet of pineapple jello

Instructions

• Add the room-temperature cream cheese to a large bowl. I like to use a mixer to beat the cream cheese. This will help to loosen it up and avoid any lumps of cream cheese in the finished product.
• Next, add in the pineapple, one cup of the coconut, the graham crumbs, and the packet of pineapple jello. Just toss the powder into the bowl with the other ingredients. You do not need to prepare the jello first.
• Mix the ingredients well until thoroughly combined.
• Place bowl in the fridge for one hour.
• Once ready, portion the mixture into tablespoons and roll into balls. Roll the ball into the remaining coconut.

Serving Suggestions

• Marshmallow Coconut Balls
• Jumbo Marshmallow Balls
• Traditional Newfoundland Snowballs
• Chocolate Coconut Balls
• Mom’s Christmas Jello Balls

Tips and Tricks

• Use a fine mesh strainer to press out as much liquid as possible from the pineapple. Before adding it to the other ingredients, give it an extra press with a spatula to remove any additional moisture that may have settled.
• If you’re making these treats ahead of time or want to give them as gifts, they freeze well. Use a food-safe, freezer-friendly container with a tight-fitting lid.