Fruit Ball

I tried this recipe at a party once and loved it. It is a very sweet "dip" but very addictive. I usually serve it with Wheat Thins. Although this is very quick and easy to make, it needs time to chill.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 24

Ingredients

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 2 (15 1/4ounce) cans  fruit cocktail, drained and diced
• 1 (5 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
• 3⁄4 cup  almonds, chopped

Directions

1. In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, fruit cocktail and instant pudding.
2. Add 1/4 cup almonds, if desired.
3. Mix very well.
4. Shape into one large ball or two smaller bolls and roll in remaining almonds.
5. Chill to set.
6. Serve with crackers.