Christmas Jello Balls Recipe

A white dish holds a pile of red and green coconut-covered dessert balls, reminiscent of holiday treats. In the background, a red and white zigzag-patterned fabric complements a box of green Jell-O, almost like ingredients waiting for a thin mint cookie recipe adventure.

Jingle all the way with these festive Christmas Jello Balls! Bright, delicious and oh-so-fun, they’re the perfect holiday treat to sweeten your season!

4.87 from 15 votes

Prep Time: 2 15

Author: Heather Painchaud

Servings: 36 servings

Ingredients

1 can Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk 300ml, divided
3- ounce package red Jello
3- ounce package green Jello
4 cups unsweetened coconut very finely grated – not shredded, divided

Instructions

Pour half of the condensed milk into a mixing bowl. Add the green Jello powder and stir until the mixture is smooth and vibrant.
Stir in 1 ½ cups of the finely grated coconut until combined.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of the mixture using a cookie scoop. Roll each ball in 1/2 cup of the remaining coconut for a snowy finish.
Repeat the process with the red Jello powder.
Place your colorful creations onto a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

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Notes

To get that perfect texture for rolling, ensure your coconut is finely grated, not shredded. Shredded coconut can make the mixture crumbly.
While red and green are holiday staples, feel free to experiment! Blue Jello (raspberry) makes stunning winter-themed balls, while orange or yellow could bring sunshine to a dreary winter day.
For extra creaminess, mix in a tablespoon of sour cream or canned thick cream like Carnation Brand. This makes the Jello balls even richer and more decadent
Jello balls hold their shape best when chilled. Store them in the fridge with a tight-fitting lid to prevent drying out or absorbing fridge odours.
Looking to sneak a bit of protein into your dessert? Opt for protein-enriched coconut flakes. Your guests won’t even notice the difference!
If your hands warm up and the mixture starts to stick while rolling, lightly butter your palms. This keeps the mixture smooth and your frustration levels low.

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