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Pineapple Christmas Balls

Pineapple Christmas Balls: Irresistible No-Bake Holiday Treats

Pineapple Christmas Balls are delightful no-bake treats that combine creamy goodness with tropical flavors, making them a must-try for the holidays.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple well-drained
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar can substitute with sugar alternative
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans can replace with walnuts or omit
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Coconut Flakes can substitute with crushed graham crackers
For the Coating
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips can substitute with dark chocolate

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Cookie Scoop
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed pineapple, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, chopped pecans, and unsweetened coconut flakes. Blend until creamy and smooth.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
  3. Scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
  5. Coat each ball with melted white chocolate, then place back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Let set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or refrigerate for quicker setting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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