Pineapple Christmas Delight Balls

Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we’re about to dive headfirst into something so ridiculously good, so effortlessly festive, it should probably be illegal. I’m talking about Pineapple Christmas Delight Balls. Yes, balls. Get your minds out of the gutter, we’re talking about glorious, bite-sized explosions of tropical cheer. Why are they special? Because they taste like a Hawaiian vacation decided to crash your Christmas party, bringing all the sunshine and none of the frostbite. You should try these if you want to impress literally everyone without having to put in actual impressive effort. Seriously, they look fancy, but they’re basically “dump, mix, roll, pretend you’re a culinary genius.”

Speaking of pretending, let me tell you about the Great Pineapple Christmas Delight Ball Heist of last year. I swear, I made a triple batch, thinking, “Surely, there will be enough for leftovers.” Oh, you sweet summer child, past me. My husband, bless his sweet, bottomless pit of a stomach, declared them “his new spirit animal.” I caught him at 3 AM, flashlight in hand, raiding the fridge like a raccoon in a dumpster. When I confronted him (mostly just grunted, let’s be real), he had pineapple streaks on his cheek and tried to claim he was “taste-testing for quality control.” Quality control, my foot. He just wanted all the Pineapple Christmas Delight Balls. The kids, not to be outdone, then started a mini-brawl over the last two on the plate later that morning. I literally had to mediate with a spatula. So yeah, make extra. Or hide them. Your call.

Time-Saving Hacks

• Buy pre-diced pineapple. Seriously. My knife skills are *fine*, but sometimes “fine” means “I might lose a finger.”
• One-bowl wonder: Mix everything in the same bowl. If it fits, it sits. And then you only have one bowl to *pretend* to wash later.
• No fancy rolling: If they’re not perfectly spherical, they’re “rustic.” Or “artisan.” No one cares once they’re in their mouth.
• “Taste testing” the batter: This is a hack for shrinking the dirty dish pile before it even hits the sink. Reduces the final yield, but significantly reduces guilt.

Serving Ideas

• Serve them with a giant cup of coffee to balance out the inevitable sugar rush. You’ll need it.
• Pair with champagne or a crisp white wine if the kids *really* drove you nuts trying to make these. Consider it medicinal.
• Just eat them straight from the fridge while standing over the open door at midnight. It’s an elite experience.
• Arrange them artfully on a platter to fool people into thinking you’re fancy. Then ruin it by licking the plate.

What to Serve It With

✔Tips & Mistakes

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pineapple Christmas Delight Balls

This festive treat combines pineapple and coconut for a tropical twist during the holidays.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.2 cup sweetened shredded coconut for coating
• ▢ 0.75 cup finely chopped pineapple drained well
• ▢ 0.5 cup cream cheese
• ▢ 0.25 cup powdered sugar extra for dusting
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a bowl, mix cream cheese, chopped pineapple, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
• Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch each.
• Roll each ball in shredded coconut until fully coated.
• Place the balls on a plate and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to set.

Notes

For a twist, try adding a splash of pineapple juice to the mixture or garnish with a cherry.