Lemon Coconut Cream Cheese Bites

A low-carb Atkins recipe for Lemon Coconut Cream Cheese Bites.

OtherOtherEasy30 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 2 tsp. sugar-free lemon flavored jello
  • 1 1/2 tbsp. water
  • 6 packets Splenda
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/4 tsp. lemon extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Dissolve gelatin in water and beat into cream cheese with 2 packs Splenda and lemon flavored extract if using.

  2. 2

    Refrigerate mixture until firm.

  3. 3

    Slightly dampen hands and pinch off a marble sized piece of the cheese mixture and roll into a ball. Do this with the rest of the cheese.

  4. 4

    Freeze for 30 minutes in a single layer on wax paper.

  5. 5

    Mix remaining Splenda and coconut.

  6. 6

    Place in a gallon sized zipper bag and add frozen cream cheese balls.

  7. 7

    Shake gently to coat.

  8. 8

    Store in refrigerator in a single layer to prevent sticking.

Tags

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