Mexican Hot-chocolate Balls Recipe

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Mexican Hot-chocolate Balls
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  1. Preheat over to 325F. Beat buter in a large mixing bowl on med to high speed for 30 seconds. Beat in 1/2 c powdered sugar, 1/4 c cocoa powder and vanilla until combined, scraping side of bowl occasionally. Beat in as much flour as you can with mixer. Stir in any remaining flour, 1/2 tsp cinnamon and the pecans.
  2. Shape dough into 1 inch balls. Place balls 2 inches apart on ungreased cookies sheets. Bake in preheated oven for 18-20 mins or until bottoms are lightly browned. Transfer cookies to wire rack to cool completely.
  3. Combine remaining 3/4 c powdered sugar, 1/4 c cocoa and 1/2 tsp cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll cooled cookies in sugar mixture.
  4. Makes 48 cookies.
  5. To store: Place cookies in layers separated by waxed paper in airtight container; cover. Store at room temp for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw cookies if frozen, before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 189.4 Kcal (793 kJ)
Calories from fat 113.6 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.62g 19%
Cholesterol 10.17mg 3%
Sodium 230.27mg 10%
Potassium 240.64mg 5%
Total Carbs 18.2g 6%
Sugars 7.05g 28%
Dietary Fiber 1.46g 6%
Protein 2.32g 5%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Iron 0.7mg 4%
Calcium 30.7mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 514.66 Kcal (2155 kJ)
Calories from fat 308.69 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 34.3g 19%
Cholesterol 27.63mg 3%
Sodium 625.71mg 10%
Potassium 653.89mg 5%
Total Carbs 49.45g 6%
Sugars 19.16g 28%
Dietary Fiber 3.96g 6%
Protein 6.31g 5%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 1.8mg 4%
Calcium 83.3mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.5
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

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