Pineapple Coconut Balls

Sweet, tangy, and creamy no-bake Pineapple Coconut Balls are the perfect tropical treat. Quick to make, kid-friendly, and great for potlucks or after-school snacks.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Christmas pineapple, Coconut cream cheese balls, Coconut pineapple Bites, Pineapple Coconut Balls, Pineapple coconut cream cheese, Pineapple coconut no-bake balls, The No-bake pineapple cream cheese balls

Prep Time: 15

Chill Time: 1 30

Total Time: 1 45

Servings: balls

Calories: 110kcal

Cost: $7

Equipment

Fine-mesh strainer (for draining pineapple)
Large mixing bowl (for combining ingredients)
Hand mixer or spatula (for beating cream cheese)
Small cookie scoop or spoon (for portioning)
Plate or shallow bowl (for rolling in coconut)
Parchment-lined tray (for chilling finished balls)

Ingredients

1 can(20 oz) Crushed pineapple - Drained thoroughly in strainer
8 oz Cream cheese - Softened at room temperature
3 cups Powdered sugar
2 cups Sweetened shredded coconut - For mixture
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
1 pinch Salt
1 cup Shredded coconut - For rolling
½ cup Chopped nuts - Pecans, almonds, pistachios, etc.
½ cup Graham cracker crumbs - Alternative coating option

Instructions

Drain crushed pineapple thoroughly and press out extra liquid.
Beat softened cream cheese, then mix in pineapple.
Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; stir until mixture holds together.
Refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes to firm up.
Shape into balls, coat in coconut/nuts/crumbs, then chill 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes

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