Christmas Jello Balls (Printable Version)

Bite-sized strawberry or cherry Jello balls rolled in coconut with marshmallows and nuts—perfect for holiday platters.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry or cherry flavored Jello

02 - 1 cup boiling water

03 - 1 cup cold pineapple juice

04 - 1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans

05 - 1 cup mini marshmallows

06 - 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine both packages of Jello with boiling water. Stir continuously for 2 minutes until fully dissolved.

02 - Pour in the cold pineapple juice and mix thoroughly until well combined.

03 - Transfer the bowl to the refrigerator and chill the mixture for 60 to 90 minutes, or until thickened but not completely set.

04 - Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, mini marshmallows, and 1 cup of the shredded coconut, ensuring even distribution.

05 - Return the bowl to the refrigerator and continue chilling for an additional 30 to 40 minutes, until the mixture is firm enough to handle.

06 - With clean hands, scoop portions of the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.

07 - Roll each ball in the remaining 1 cup of shredded coconut to coat all sides.

08 - Place each finished ball onto a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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The bright, fruity flavor tucked into these bite-sized treats always gets people asking for the recipe.
They’re impossibly easy to make and require no oven, leaving you stress free even when your holiday schedule gets hectic.

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Once, in my rush, I tried to scoop the mixture before it fully firmed up and ended up with sticky hands and lopsided blobs—patience matters.
Letting the balls set well in the fridge gives them their satisfying, chewy snap; don’t skip the final chilling, tempting as it is.

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If you want extra contrast, toast some of the coconut before rolling for a golden finish.
A splash of lemon or orange zest in the mixture brings the flavors up a notch and adds a fresh aroma.