Christmas Cherry Balls

Ingredients:

• 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries, well-drained and patted dry
• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Extra shredded coconut for rolling
• Optional: ½ cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and sweetened condensed milk until it forms a soft dough.
2. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Fold in the cherries and optional nuts.
4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
5. Coat each ball in extra shredded coconut.
6. Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.