Description
Experience the whimsical delight of Christmas Jello Balls, a recipe that melds the enchantment of the holiday season with the pleasurable bliss of holiday dainties. Each ball is a fusion of richness and tangy red Jello enveloped in a layer of finely grated coconut resulting in an enchanting variety of textures and flavors, with every delectable morsel. Not only do these Jello Balls pleasure your taste buds with their scrumptiousness. They also carry a vibrant burst of festive red to your holiday table filling it with color and happiness.
Ingredients
200 mL of High-Fat Content Cream (about 3/4 cup + 1 1/2 tablespoons)
3.5 ounces of Red Jello
2.4 cups of Unsweetened Desiccated Coconut, Finely Grated
Optional: Zest 1 Lemon or Orange (for a refreshing citrus flavor)
Instructions
- Combine Cream and Jello: In a bowl, combine the 198.33 mL of high-fat content cream and 3.5 ounces of red Jello powder. Ensure that the Jello dissolves completely, and the mixture becomes smooth.
- Add Citrus Zest (optional): Finely grate the zest of one lemon or orange. Stir the citrus zest into the cream and Jello mixture, blending well to distribute the zest evenly for a refreshing citrus flavor.
- Incorporate Coconut: Incorporate 1 1/2 cups of the unsweetened desiccated coconut into the cream, Jello, and citrus zest mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Form Balls: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture. Roll them into uniform balls.
- Coat with Coconut: Coat each ball with the remaining 0.83 cups of coconut to achieve an even covering.
- Refrigerate: Place the balls on a tray and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until they become firm.
Notes
Celebrate the holiday season with a gluten-free variation of our beloved Mom’s Christmas Jello Balls! To make sure that everyone can enjoy this treat without any worries, about gluten it’s important to select the ingredients. Pay attention to the type of Jello you use. Many brands are already gluten-free. It’s essential to carefully read the labels for any hidden gluten or cross-contamination risks. As for the coconut it naturally doesn’t contain gluten. Once again it’s wise, to double check the packaging to ensure that it hasn’t been processed in a facility that also handles gluten-containing products.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Freeze Time:: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Christmas Jello Balls
