Cherry Nut Balls
Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of Cherry Nut Balls, a no-bake treat that’s as easy to make as it is to devour! This delightful recipe combines the vibrant flavor of chopped glacé cherries and the crunch of walnuts or pecans, brought together with rich sweetened condensed milk and a hint of vanilla. Rolled in crushed graham crackers for structure and finished with a snowy coating of shredded coconut, these bite-sized confections are perfect for holidays, potlucks, or a quick dessert craving. With just 20 minutes of prep and no cooking required, Cherry Nut Balls deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort. Serve them chilled for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth sweetness! Keywords: Cherry Nut Balls, no-bake dessert, coconut-covered treat, holiday recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chopped glacé cherries
- 1 cup Chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
- 0.5 cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 1.5 cups Crushed graham crackers
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Shredded sweetened coconut
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped glacé cherries, chopped nuts, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well until evenly incorporated.
Gradually add the crushed graham crackers to the mixture, stirring until a stiff dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more crushed graham crackers, one tablespoon at a time.
Using your hands, roll the dough into small bite-sized balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
Place the shredded sweetened coconut in a shallow dish or bowl. Roll each ball in the coconut, coating them evenly on all sides.
Arrange the finished cherry nut balls on a plate or tray. For best results, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the balls to firm up.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.8 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.8 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 598.6 g | 218% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.3 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 433.1 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 660 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1939 mg | 41% | |
*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.
