MOCHA NUT BUTTERBALLS

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We love our coffee in Seattle and not just to drink! These are a quick, rich little treat, similar to Mexican or Russian Wedding Cookies; they go perfectly with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Provided by momaphet

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1/4 cup cocoa
1 3/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups pecans or 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped
confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream butter, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
  • Add the next 4 ingredients and mix well, then add nuts.
  • Shape into 1" balls and put on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Cool, then roll in confectioners' sugar.

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