Viennese Coffee Balls (No Bake) |
|
 |
Prep Time: 1 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 1 Minutes Servings: 6 |
|
A cookie for coffee lover. Recipe is from Better Homes and Gardens 100 Best Cookies. Ingredients:
2 cups shortbread cookies, crushed |
1 1/4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar |
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped |
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder |
1 1/2 teaspoons instant coffee crystals or 1 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder |
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
4 -5 tablespoons brewed espresso or 4 -5 tablespoons strong coffee or 4 -5 tablespoons water |
1/2 cup sifted confectioners' sugar |
sifted confectioners' sugar (optional) |
Directions:
1. Combine crushed cookies, the 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, the nuts, cocoa powder, coffee crystals and cinnamon.
2. Add brewed espresso, coffee or water, using just enough to moisten.
3. Form mixture into 1 1/4-inch balls.
4. Roll balls generously in the 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar.
5. Place balls on a sheet of waxed paper; let stand until dry (about 1 hour).
6. Before serving, roll balls again in confectioners' sugar, if desired.
7. To store: Place in layers separated by waxed paper in an airtight container; cover.
8. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
|
|