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Cranberry Walnut Cookie Balls

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No-bake cookie balls made with dried cranberries, walnuts, and vanilla wafers, bound with cream cheese and perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookie balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped toast for more flavor
  • 1 cup vanilla wafer cookies, crushed (about 1 sleeve)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened full-fat for best texture
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, melted optional for dipping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, stir together the dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and crushed vanilla wafers.
  2. Add the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a spatula or a stand mixer on low to mix until evenly combined and sticky.
  3. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into smooth balls with your hands. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. If you want a candy coating, melt the white chocolate chips in 20-second bursts in the microwave, stirring between bursts until smooth. Dip each ball halfway or completely, then return to the sheet.
  5. Refrigerate the cookie balls for about 30 minutes to firm up before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9g

Notes

For a gluten-free option, swap vanilla wafers for gluten-free cookies or crushed gluten-free graham crackers. To make vegan, use dairy-free cream cheese and vegan white chocolate chips. For a brighter citrus note, stir in 1 teaspoon of orange zest.
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