Christmas Cherry Balls
A delightful blend of maraschino cherries, creamy condensed milk, and shredded coconut, these Christmas Cherry Balls are easy to make and perfect for festive gatherings.
Servings: 24 pieces
Calories: 100kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 jar 10 oz maraschino cherries, well-drained and patted dry Ensure cherries are completely dry to prevent excess moisture.
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Plus extra for rolling.
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts Optional, can be substituted with almonds or macadamia nuts.
Instructions
Preparation
- Drain the maraschino cherries and pat them completely dry using paper towels.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sweetened shredded coconut, and condensed milk.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until the mixture starts to come together, forming a sticky dough.
- Gently add in the chopped cherries and the chopped nuts (if using), folding everything together until evenly combined.
- Using clean hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut until fully covered.
- Place the coconut-covered balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- Once firm, serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
These treats make a festive addition to any holiday platter and are great for gifting. You can prepare them in advance and store in the refrigerator.