Orange Juice Balls
Bursting with citrusy flavor and a touch of nostalgia, these Orange Juice Balls are the perfect no-bake treat for citrus lovers! Made with crushed vanilla wafers, powdered sugar, and zesty orange juice, each bite delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and tang. The addition of orange zest elevates the flavor, while a coating of desiccated coconut provides a lovely texture and a tropical twist. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no oven required, this easy recipe is ideal for quick desserts, holiday platters, or snack-time indulgences. Serve these refreshing bite-sized treats chilled for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfect for parties or as a make-ahead dessert, they’re a crowd-pleaser that also stores beautifully!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Vanilla wafers
- 200 grams Powdered sugar
- 100 grams Unsalted butter
- 120 milliliters Orange juice
- 100 grams Desiccated coconut
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1 pinch Salt
- 50 grams Desiccated coconut (for coating)
Instructions
Place the vanilla wafers in a food processor and pulse until you achieve fine crumbs. Alternatively, place the wafers in a resealable bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, powdered sugar, desiccated coconut, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
Melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stovetop until fully liquefied.
Add the orange juice, melted butter, and orange zest to the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until a uniform dough-like consistency is formed. The mixture should be moist and hold its shape when pressed.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a bite-sized ball. Repeat this process until the mixture is used up.
Spread the extra desiccated coconut for coating onto a plate. Roll each orange juice ball in the coconut, ensuring they're evenly coated.
Place the coated balls on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate them for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Serve chilled. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 273.9 g | 351% | |
| Saturated Fat | 205.7 g | 1028% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 450.1 g | 164% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 346.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1092 mg | 23% | |
*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.
