Description
These Pineapple Coconut No-Bake Balls are the perfect tropical treat for any occasion. With a sweet and tangy flavor, these easy-to-make balls are a delightful dessert or snack that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine: the drained crushed pineapple, 1 1/4 cups shredded coconut, graham cracker crumbs, softened cream cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until a thick dough forms.
- Chill the mixture: in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Once chilled, scoop and roll: the mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the remaining shredded coconut to coat.
- Place the balls: on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Serve chilled or store: in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Make sure the pineapple is well drained to avoid excess moisture.
- You can use unsweetened coconut for a less sweet version or add a bit of lime zest for a tropical twist.
- These also freeze well for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
