Cherry Snowballs Candy
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet, creamy, and coconutty flavors with this Cherry Snowballs Candy recipe! These no-bake treats feature juicy maraschino cherries encased in a luscious mixture of butter, sweetened condensed milk, and powdered sugar, all rolled in a blanket of shredded sweetened coconut for a snowball-like appearance. With just 30 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, these festive and bite-sized confections are perfect for holiday celebrations, dessert platters, or joyful gifting. Bursting with nostalgia and easy-to-make appeal, these Cherry Snowballs are a charming, crowd-pleasing addition to your candy repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 24 pieces maraschino cherries
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
Directions
Step 1
Drain the maraschino cherries thoroughly and pat them dry using paper towels. Set aside.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, cream the butter with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract to the butter, and mix until fully combined.
Step 4
Gradually add the powdered sugar to the bowl, mixing continuously until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
Step 5
Scoop about a tablespoon of the dough mixture and flatten it slightly in your hand.
Step 6
Place a maraschino cherry in the center of the dough, then carefully wrap the dough around the cherry, sealing it completely. Shape into a smooth ball.
Step 7
Roll the cherry-filled ball in the shredded coconut until thoroughly coated.
Step 8
Repeat the process with the remaining cherries and dough.
Step 9
Place the finished snowballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
Step 10
Serve chilled or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (996.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4170.9 |
| Total Fat 171.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 132.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 149.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 276.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 662.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 533.9g | |
| Protein 23.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 6.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 297.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1307.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories