Best 3 Mocha Butter Balls Recipes

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In the world of decadent treats, mocha butter balls stand out as a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. These delightful confections marry the rich, bittersweet notes of mocha with the velvety smoothness of butter, resulting in a taste experience that is both indulgent and comforting. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats, ensuring that each bite brings you pure bliss.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MOCHA NUT BUTTER BALLS



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I found it! Thought you might love it as much as we do. It is buttery and rich with chocolate, coffee and nuts.

Provided by JEANIE BEAN

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Time 45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups finely chopped pecans
1 cup confectioners' sugar for rolling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Stir together the flour, cocoa, coffee crystals and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Mix in the dry ingredients just until blended. Stir in the pecans. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place them 2 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bottoms are lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets and roll in confectioners' sugar while still warm. Store in a tightly covered container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 51.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

MOCHA BUTTER BALLS



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Categories     Cookies     Coffee     Chocolate     Nut     Bake     Christmas     Pecan     Walnut     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 6 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 preparedBasic Butter Cookie Dough at room temperature
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch process)
2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans, if desired
about 2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In bowl of a standing electric mixer beat together all ingredients except confectioners' sugar until just combined well. Form dough into 1-inch balls and arrange about 3/4 inch apart on baking sheets.
  • Bake cookies in batches in middle of oven until just firm and beginning to brown, about 18 minutes, and cool on baking sheets 5 minutes.
  • Sift confectioners' sugar into a bowl. After the 5 minutes cooling, toss balls, a few at a time, in confectioners' sugar, coating them well and transferring them as coated to trays to cool completely. (Before balls are stored or frozen, they can be coated lightly again in confectioners' sugar to keep them from sticking to each other.) Cookies may be stored between layers of wax paper in airtight containers up to 6 weeks frozen.

MOCHA-PECAN BUTTER BALLS



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When I was a little girl, one of my mother's co-workers would bring tins of assorted Christmas cookies for my sister and me. These were the ones I reached for first.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup instant chocolate drink mix
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped pecans
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla. Combine the flour, drink mix, coffee granules and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until firm. Cool on pan for 1-2 minutes. Roll warm cookies in confectioners' sugar; cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh coffee. Freshly ground coffee beans will give your mocha balls the best flavor.
  • Chill the mixture before rolling. This will help the balls hold their shape better.
  • Roll the balls in cocoa powder. This will give them a rich chocolate flavor and help them keep their shape.
  • Store the balls in the refrigerator. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Mocha balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a snack. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of mocha balls that will be sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give mocha balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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