Pineapple Christmas Balls
Ingredients:
398 mL canned crushed pineapple, thoroughly drained
8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, room temperature
2 cups unsweetened fine desiccated coconut
1/2 cup reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs
3 ounces sugar-free pineapple jello powder
Instructions:
Prepare Ingredients:
Thoroughly drain the crushed pineapple to remove as much liquid as possible. This helps in achieving the right consistency for the mixture.
Mix the Base:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained crushed pineapple and reduced-fat cream cheese. Mix until well combined.
Add Flavor and Texture:
Add the sugar-free pineapple jello powder to the pineapple and cream cheese mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
Form the Balls:
Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
Coat the Balls:
Roll each ball in the graham cracker crumbs until well coated.
Then roll them in the unsweetened desiccated coconut to finish.
Chill:
Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Serve:
Once chilled, serve your Pineapple Christmas Balls and enjoy this festive, low-point treat!
Tips to Keep the Points Low:
Use reduced-fat cream cheese: This significantly lowers the calorie and fat content.
Opt for sugar-free jello powder: Keeps the sweetness without adding extra points.
Control portion size: Stick to small, bite-sized balls to keep points manageable.
Nutritional Information (per ball, makes approximately 24 balls):
Calories: 45
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fat: 2g
Fiber: 1g
Weight Watchers Points (per ball):
WW PointsPlus: 1
WW SmartPoints: 1
WW Freestyle Points: 1
These Pineapple Christmas Balls are a delicious and festive treat that you can enjoy during the holidays without worrying about exceeding your Weight Watchers points!