Pineapple Christmas Balls
Pineapple Christmas Balls are a delightful no-bake treat that brings tropical joy to your holiday celebrations. Combining the sweetness of crushed pineapple with creamy cream cheese, these bite-sized snacks are coated in shredded coconut and pecans for a festive touch. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a special dessert at home, they are quick to prepare—taking only 20 minutes—and yield 24 servings. Enjoy their rich flavor and eye-catching presentation as you share them with family and friends this season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed pineapple
- 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 the crushed pineapple thoroughly to remove excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Fold in the drained pineapple until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls (about one inch in diameter) using your hands or a scoop.
- Roll each ball in shredded coconut and chopped pecans until fully coated, then chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg