Mocha Butterballs

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 4
Indulge in the heavenly taste of Mocha Butterballs
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

1 cup soft butter
1/2 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon hot water
1 3/4 cups flour
1/4 cup cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped walnuts , , finely chopped
icing sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
215
Sugar
8g
Fat
16g
Mocha Butterballs are a favourite baked treat that is often enjoyed with a warm cup of coffee or tea. They are a simple yet elegant dessert that can be served as an after-dinner delight or offered to guests during high teas and picnics. The use of coffee granules and cocoa powder in the recipe gives the cookies a unique flavour that sets them apart from regular butter cookies. The addition of chopped walnuts in the dough provides crunchiness, texture and nutrients that complement the overall flavour of the cookies.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
2.In a small bowl, combine instant coffee granules and hot water until dissolved.
3.Add the coffee mixture to the creamed mixture and mix well.
4.Combine flour, cocoa and salt, gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
5.Stir in chopped walnuts.
6.Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
7.Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until set.
8.Roll warm cookies in icing sugar until coated.
9.Cool completely on wire racks and sprinkle with additional icing sugar if desired.

PROS

Mocha Butterballs are easy and quick to make with only a few ingredients.

They are soft, sweet with a rich coffee-chocolate flavour that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
Perfect for your coffee or tea break.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and fat, and may lead to weight gain if consumed in large quantities.

They are not suitable for people with nut allergies due to the frequent use of walnuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mocha Butterballs contain walnuts which are known to contain healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals that support various body functions.
The instant coffee granules used in the recipe may also provide caffeine which is known to have positive effects on cognitive functions such as alertness and focus.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.