California Snowballs
Indulge in the irresistible charm of California Snowballs, a no-bake dessert that beautifully combines sweet simplicity with a touch of nostalgia. These delightful treats start with a buttery graham cracker dough, wrapped around juicy maraschino cherries and coated in a blanket of shredded coconut for a snowy finish. Requiring just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or whenever you crave a bite-sized burst of flavor. With their creamy, chewy, and crisp textures all in one bite, California Snowballs are a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Plus, they’re served chilled, making them a refreshing, no-bake option for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 1 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups Shredded sweetened coconut
- 20 pieces Maraschino cherries
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
Gently fold in the graham cracker crumbs until the mixture comes together into a soft dough.
Place the shredded coconut into a shallow dish or plate.
Drain the maraschino cherries and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Take a small portion of the dough (about 1 tablespoon) and flatten it slightly in your palm.
Place a maraschino cherry in the center of the flattened dough, then carefully wrap the dough around the cherry, rolling it into a smooth ball.
Roll the formed ball in the shredded coconut until it is fully coated.
Repeat this process with the remaining ingredients until all California Snowballs are made.
Place the completed snowballs on a tray or plate and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.7 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.0 g | 655% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 898 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 586.6 g | 213% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 400.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1203 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
