CHERRY MOCHA BALLS

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My mother-in-law gave me this recipe before my wedding (six children ago!). I've made mocha balls nearly every Christmas since then. Because they freeze so well, I bake some early and put them away to call on as last-minute holiday treats. -Jeana Crowell, Whitewater, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped pecans
2/3 cup chopped red candied cherries
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, coffee granules and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in pecans and cherries. If necessary, cover and refrigerate dough until firm enough to shape., Preheat oven to 350°. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 15 minutes or until cookies are set. Cool completely on wire racks. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Freeze option: Freeze cookies, layered between waxed paper, in freezer containers. To use, thaw before serving.

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MD:TALASH KHAN
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These cherry mocha balls are the perfect treat for a party or potluck. They're easy to make and they always disappear quickly.


Dipika Kalyani
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I made these cherry mocha balls for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again.


Anna Baffoe
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These cherry mocha balls are a great way to use up leftover cherries. I always have a few bags of cherries in my freezer, so I'm always looking for new ways to use them.


inialator
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I love these cherry mocha balls. The cherry filling is tart and flavorful, and the chocolate coating is rich and creamy. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Sumon Islam
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These cherry mocha balls are the perfect holiday treat! They're festive, delicious, and easy to make. I always make a batch for my family and friends.


Malik AbdulRaheem
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I made these cherry mocha balls for my vegan friend and she loved them! They're a great way to enjoy a sweet treat without any animal products.


Jacob Blue
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I used gluten-free flour and dairy-free chocolate chips, and these cherry mocha balls were still amazing! They're a great treat for people with dietary restrictions.


Anaesthesia Tech
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I had to substitute almond flour for the graham cracker crumbs in the crust. They turned out great!


MD Muktar hasan
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These cherry mocha balls were a disappointment. They were too dry and the chocolate coating was too thick. I won't be making them again.


MD. SOJIB HOSSEN
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These cherry mocha balls are really good, but they're a lot of work to make. I think I'll only make them for special occasions.


Sayed bashir sediqi
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I had some trouble getting the chocolate coating to set. I ended up having to put the balls in the freezer for a few minutes before they would set properly.


Nasteho Abdikadir
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These cherry mocha balls are a little too sweet for my taste. I think I'll cut back on the sugar next time.


itzNeeded gh
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cherry mocha balls turned out perfectly. They're so delicious and addictive. I can't stop eating them!


Kiran Wasif
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These cherry mocha balls were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. They're so cute and festive, and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


Lukhy
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I'm not usually a fan of cherry desserts, but these cherry mocha balls are an exception. They're perfectly balanced and not too sweet. The chocolate coating is rich and creamy, and the cherry filling is tart and flavorful. I highly recommend this rec


Zenno Kimaro
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OMG, these cherry mocha balls are heavenly! They're so easy to make and they taste like a million bucks. I love the combination of chocolate, cherry, and coffee. It's the perfect sweet treat for any occasion.


White Sox
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These cherry mocha balls were a delight to make and even better to eat! The chocolate and cherry flavors complemented each other perfectly, and the hint of coffee added a touch of sophistication. I used dark chocolate chips, which gave the balls a ri