Pineapple Balls Recipe
Pineapple Balls are a delightful no-bake treat combining the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple with creamy cream cheese, coated in shredded coconut and crunchy pecans. Perfect as a refreshing dessert or party appetizer, these bite-sized balls offer a luscious blend of flavors and textures chilled for the perfect cool finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 pineapple balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Drain Pineapple: Thoroughly drain the crushed pineapple to remove excess juice, ensuring the mixture doesn’t become too wet and maintains a firm texture.
- Mix Cream Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated and smooth.
- Add Pineapple: Fold the well-drained crushed pineapple into the cream cheese mixture until evenly distributed to create a uniform blend.
- Form Balls: Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the mixture into small, bite-sized balls for easy serving.
- Coat Balls: Roll each ball first in shredded coconut, then in chopped pecans, ensuring an even coating for texture and flavor contrast.
- Chill: Place the coated pineapple balls in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to firm up and meld the flavors before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple very well to prevent the mixture from being too wet.
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the pecans lightly before chopping and coating.
- These pineapple balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make coconut-free version, substitute shredded coconut with finely chopped nuts or crushed graham crackers.
- For a sweeter treat, sprinkle a little extra powdered sugar on the balls before chilling.
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