Fruit Ball

This is a cold and refreshing hor d’oeuvre that’s easy to make and always a big hit with a crowd.  Best to make the night before and refrigerate overnight before rolling in the chopped nuts.

2 – 8 oz. packages of cream cheese (softened)

1 large can of crushed pineapple (drain well and blot with paper towels to remove all liquid)

1 cup coconut

1 cup raisins

½ package chopped dates

1 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (roll ball in nuts just before serving)

Mix ingredients together.  Roll into one large ball or two small balls.  Refrigerate (overnight).  Roll in chopped nuts just before serving.  Serve with crackers.