Ingredients
Scale
Snowball Base:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy. You can use an electric mixer or a sturdy wooden spoon for this step.
- Gradually add powdered sugar to the cream cheese. Mix thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth, lump-free mixture.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, ensuring it's fully incorporated throughout the mixture.
- If using nuts, gently fold them into the cream cheese mixture for added texture and flavor.
- Add 1 cup of shredded coconut to the mixture, stirring until everything is well combined.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes