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Christmas Jello Balls Recipe

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Christmas Jello Balls are festive, bite-sized treats combining vibrant lime and strawberry Jello powder with creamy Greek yogurt, rolled in sweet desiccated coconut to resemble snowy holiday decorations. These no-bake, colorful delights are perfect for holiday parties and easy to prepare with just a few simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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Jello Mixtures

  • 1 box (3 oz) Lime Jello powder
  • 1 box (3 oz) Strawberry Jello powder
  • 1 ½ cups Plain Greek Yogurt

Coating

  • 6 ½ cups Sweetened Desiccated Coconut

Instructions

  1. Divide and Conquer: Pour ¾ cup of plain Greek yogurt into two medium-sized mixing bowls, dividing the yogurt equally to keep the colors separate.
  2. Bring on the Color: Add the entire lime Jello powder to one bowl and the strawberry Jello powder to the other. Whisk each mixture thoroughly until no dry powder remains and the texture is thick and pasty.
  3. The Chill Factor: Cover both bowls with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to firm up the mixtures, making them easier to roll.
  4. Time to Roll: Once chilled and firm, use a small cookie scoop or teaspoon to portion the mixture. Roll each portion between your palms into 1-inch balls. If the mixture sticks, dampen your hands with water to prevent sticking.
  5. The Snowy Coat: Spread desiccated coconut on a flat plate. Roll each ball in the coconut, pressing lightly to ensure an even, full coating resembling snow.
  6. The Final Set: Arrange the coated balls on a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet. Cover loosely and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the balls to fully set and firm up before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute lime Jello with green apple or pineapple Jello for a different green flavor.
  • Use raspberry or cherry Jello as alternatives to strawberry for a varied red color and taste.
  • If only shredded coconut is available, pulse it in a food processor to make it finer like desiccated coconut.
  • Unsweetened coconut can be used for a less sweet coating.
  • Full-fat Greek yogurt yields creamier balls, but low-fat yogurt works as well.
  • For a dairy-free option, use thick plain coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
  • Lightly dampen hands with water to prevent the mixture from sticking when rolling.
  • Chilling the mixture before rolling is key to handling and shaping the balls effectively.

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