Christmas Cherry Balls

🎄 Christmas Cherry Balls

Every December, we make these sweet coconut–cherry snowballs while Christmas
music plays in the background. With their bright red centers and soft coconut
coating, they bring back the charm of old-fashioned holiday treats. Simple,
festive, and perfect for sharing!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries, well-drained and patted dry
• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Extra shredded coconut for rolling
• Optional: ½ cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts

🥣 Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and sweetened condensed milk until a soft dough forms.
2. Stir in vanilla extract.
3. Fold in the cherries gently. Add nuts if desired.
4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch bite-sized balls.
5. Coat each ball in extra shredded coconut.
6. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.

📊 Nutritional Info

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Chill Time: 2 hours
• Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
• Servings: 20 balls
• Calories: ~180 each

#ChristmasCherryBalls #NoBakeDessert #HolidayTreats