Coconut Cream Cheese Ball
The ultimate comfort food, this Coconut Cream Cheese Ball is creamy, crispy, and incredibly easy to whip up. Perfect as an appetizer or a sweet treat, it's bound to be a hit at your next gathering. Make it tonight and bring joy to your table!
Equipment
- Chef's Knife
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream Cheese
- 2 tbsp Sour Cream
- 1 package Jell-O Instant Pudding Mix in Coconut Cream
- 1 package Dream Whip Mix
- 1 tsp Almond Extract
- 1 cup Shaved, Sweetened Coconut Flakes
- 1 Graham Cracker Squares for dipping
- 1 Sliced Granny Smith Apples for dipping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, pudding mix, Dream Whip mix, and almond extract. Beat until combined.
- Scrape the sides of the bowl and pour the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap.
- Form into a ball and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast coconut until golden brown and crispy.
- Roll the ball in the toasted coconut until coated.
- Serve with graham cracker squares and sliced Granny Smith apples. ENJOY!
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Freezing: This cheese ball can be frozen before coating. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
- Pairing: Serve with fresh fruit or sweet crackers for a delightful contrast.
- Variations: Feel free to experiment with different toppings or add-ins!
- Garnish: Consider a drizzle of melted chocolate for added flair!