COCONUT CHERRY BALLS

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I received an e-mail last night from a fellow member, asking if I had a recipe for Cherry Balls. So, here's to you..you know who you are..I was happy to be able to help you, after your loss of the recipe. These sure are delicious! Enjoy!! My pictures

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 c butter, softened
1 1/2 c confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 c shredded coconut
1 Tbsp cream or milk
1 small jar, marachino cherries, ( mine were large, so i cut them in half)
1/2 - 3/4 c graham cracker crumbs or finely chopped nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Drain cherries and set aside.
  • 2. Cream the softened butter and confectioners' sugar. I used my hand mixer.
  • 3. Blend in the coconut and cream; mix well. Chill for 15 minutes.
  • 4. Take a piece of mixture in your hand, about a tablespoonful, flatten, add cherry and roll in your hand to completely cover the cherry.
  • 5. Roll in graham cracker crumbs or nuts to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours to chill and firm.

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