Description
These no-bake cream cheese coconut snowballs are a delightful and easy treat made with just a few simple ingredients. Soft, sweet, and coated in coconut flakes, they’re perfect for holidays, parties, or a quick dessert any time of year.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (divided)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/4 cup finely chopped dried fruit
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to mix until well combined.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded coconut until the mixture is thick and holds its shape.
- Fold in any optional add-ins like nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit if using.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball using your hands.
- Roll each ball in the remaining 1 cup of shredded coconut until fully coated.
- Place the finished snowballs on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Notes
- If the mixture is too soft to roll, chill it for 15–20 minutes or add more shredded coconut.
- Use sweetened shredded coconut for best texture and flavor.
- Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Great recipe for kids to help with — no baking required!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snowball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
