White Chocolate Coconut Cherry Balls
Introduction
These heavenly dessert balls are a bite-sized explosion of flavor and texture — a crunchy exterior, a creamy middle, and a sweet, tangy cherry surprise in the center. Perfect for festive occasions, gifts, or just a cozy indulgence, these little delights resemble snowballs with a cherry heart inside. They are simple to make yet look incredibly elegant.
Ingredients
For the filling:
* ½ cup cherry jam or cherry pie filling (you can substitute raspberry or strawberry jam)
* 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening if your jam is too runny)
For the cream layer:
* 200 g (about 7 oz) cream cheese, softened
* 100 g (3.5 oz) white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
* 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the coating:
* 200 g (7 oz) white chocolate, melted
* 1 cup desiccated coconut or shredded coconut
Optional additions:
* 1 tablespoon butter for the coating (to make it smoother)
* Chopped almonds or hazelnuts for extra crunch inside
Instructions
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