Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together with a hand mixer until smooth and fully combined.
- Add vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until smooth.
- Fold in shredded coconut with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cinnamon and brown sugar.
- Roll each ball in the cinnamon-brown sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Chilling is essential for easier rolling and proper texture.
- Dust hands lightly with powdered sugar if mixture becomes sticky.
- Store in layers separated by parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Freeze up to 2 months for longer storage.
- Sweetened shredded coconut provides the traditional flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 106 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 28 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
