Mexican Mocha Balls
Baked Goods / 9
1 c Margarine; softened 1/2 c Sugar 1 ts Vanilla extract 2 c All-purpose flour 1/4 c Unsweetened cocoa powder 1 ts Instant coffee powder 1/4 ts Salt 1 c Walnuts; chopped 1/2 c Maraschino cherries; chopped Extra-fine granulated sugar Cream first 3 ingredients. Stir flour with cocoa, coffee and salt. Gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in nuts and cherries. Chill 1 hour. Form into 1-inch balls. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 325 for 20 minutes. Cool on rack. While warm but not hot, dust with extra-fine sugar. Makes 84. ----- |