Mexican Coffee Balls
Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of Mexican Coffee Balls, a no-bake delight that combines the warm spice of cinnamon, the bold essence of coffee, and the luscious sweetness of condensed milk. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, blending finely chopped walnuts and graham cracker crumbs with cocoa powder and instant coffee for a decadently chewy texture. Rolled into bite-sized treats and optionally coated in more cocoa or powdered sugar, these dessert balls are perfect for entertaining or a midday pick-me-up. Serve them chilled or at room temperature for a caffeine-infused twist on classic no-bake treats. With simple ingredients and big flavor, Mexican Coffee Balls are sure to perk up your dessert table!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons Instant coffee granules
- 2 tablespoons Hot water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup Extra cocoa powder or powdered sugar (optional, for coating)
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by finely chopping the walnuts or pulsing them in a food processor until they resemble coarse crumbs.
Step 2
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and ground cinnamon. Stir until evenly mixed.
Step 3
3. In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee granules in hot water. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
4. Pour the coffee mixture and sweetened condensed milk into the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
Step 5
5. Using clean hands, roll small portions of the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a parchment-lined surface or tray.
Step 6
6. If desired, roll the coffee balls in extra cocoa powder or powdered sugar to coat them for a decorative finish.
Step 7
7. Refrigerate the Mexican Coffee Balls for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Step 8
8. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 833.8 grams (833.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3077 |
| Total Fat 120.60g | 155% |
| Saturated Fat 29.30g | 147% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 57.70g | |
| Cholesterol 103mg | 34% |
| Sodium 1137mg | 49% |
| Total Carbohydrate 476.00g | 173% |
| Dietary Fiber 63.90g | 228% |
| Total Sugars 316.10g | |
| Protein 76.30g | 153% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 122% |
| Calcium 1235mg | 95% |
| Iron 22mg | 123% |
| Potassium 3423mg | 73% |
Source of Calories