No Bake Cherry Balls
Indulge in the sweet simplicity of No Bake Cherry Balls—a quick and delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. These bite-sized treats feature juicy maraschino cherries wrapped in a rich, no-cook dough made from sweetened condensed milk, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar. Finished with a coating of unsweetened shredded coconut, each cherry ball strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and texture. With just 20 minutes of prep and zero baking required, this recipe is ideal for busy days or last-minute gatherings. Serve them chilled for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing treat that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces maraschino cherries
- 1.5 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Drain the maraschino cherries thoroughly on paper towels to remove excess liquid. Pat them dry and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar. Stir until evenly mixed.
Add the sweetened condensed milk to the dry mixture. Mix well until a sticky dough forms.
Take a small portion of the dough (about a tablespoon), flatten it in your palm, and place a maraschino cherry in the center.
Carefully wrap the dough around the cherry and roll it into a ball, fully enclosing the cherry.
Repeat this process with the remaining cherries and dough.
Coat each cherry ball with additional shredded coconut for a decorative finish, if desired.
Place the cherry balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
Refrigerate the balls for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2271 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.4 g | 417% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 968 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.1 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1466 mg | 31% | |
*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.
