Best 4 Mocha Pecan Balls Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make treat that will impress your friends and family? Mocha pecan balls are a perfect choice! These bite-sized confections combine the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate with the crunch of pecans, creating a truly irresistible snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can whip up a batch of these delicious morsels that are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you're hosting a party, packing a lunch, or simply indulging in a sweet treat, mocha pecan balls are a delightful indulgence that will satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MOCHA PECAN BALLS



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Dusted in either confectioners' sugar or cocoa, this six-ingredient dough rolls up into truffle-like treats-no baking required. -Lorraine Darocha, Mountain City, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 65 wafers)
2 cups plus 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar, divided
2/3 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/4 cup reduced-fat evaporated milk
1/4 cup cold strong brewed coffee
Additional baking cocoa, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, 2 cups confectioners' sugar, pecans and cocoa. Stir in milk and coffee (mixture will be sticky)., With hands dusted in confectioners' sugar, shape dough into 3/4-in. balls; roll in remaining confectioners' sugar or additional baking cocoa if desired. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOCHA PECAN BALLS



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Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     Dairy     Bake     Pecan     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 95 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups finely chopped pecans
confectioners' sugar for coating the cookies

Steps:

  • In a bowl with an electric mixer cream the butter with the granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, add the vanilla, the espresso powder, the cocoa powder, and the salt, and beat the mixture until it is combined well. Add the flour, beat the dough until it is just combined, and beat in the pecans. Chill the dough, covered, for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange the balls about 1 inch apart on baking sheets. Bake the cookies in batches in the middle of the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are just firm, and let them cool for 5 minutes on the sheets. Toss the warm cookies in batches in a bowl of the confectioners' sugar to coat them well. The cookies maybe made 2 months in advance and kept frozen in airtight containers.

MOCHA PECAN BALLS



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Another one of my resident's family's recipes. Really easy and delicious. Will be a permanent part of my holiday cookie tray.

Provided by mandabears

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 ounce) package refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee powder, you can substitute regular instant coffee
1 cup finely chopped pecans
48 unwrapped Hershey chocolate kisses
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a large bowl crumble cookie dough.
  • Stir in cocoa, espresso powder and pecans.
  • Shape dough into 48 pieces.
  • Wrap each piece around a Hershey Kiss.
  • Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set.
  • Transfer to wire rack.
  • Cool for 5 minutes.
  • Roll in confectioners sugar.
  • Store in covered container.

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 for Making Mocha Pecan Balls:

- Choose high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. Use semisweet or dark chocolate for a richer flavor, or milk chocolate for a sweeter treat. - Chop the pecans finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the balls. - Use fresh coffee for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh coffee, you can use instant coffee powder dissolved in hot water. - Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it into balls. This will help the balls hold their shape better. - Roll the balls in powdered sugar immediately after dipping them in chocolate. This will help the sugar stick to the balls. - Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Mocha pecan balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're also a great way to use up leftover coffee. With their rich chocolate flavor, crunchy pecans, and hint of coffee, these balls are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give mocha pecan balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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