Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls Recipe

Delight your taste buds this holiday season with these festive Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls! A unique twist on classic chocolate truffles, these rich mocha balls are studded with sweet cherries for a delightful burst of flavor. Even maraschino cherry skeptics will love these! (Refrigeration time: 1-2 hours, not included in prep time)

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 207.6 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls

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How to Make Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, cocoa powder, instant coffee, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Stir in the chopped cherries and pecans.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.
  4. Place the chocolate balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
  5. In a separate bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips according to package directions.
  6. Insert a toothpick into each chocolate ball and dip into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
  7. Place the dipped balls back onto the parchment paper.
  8. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set completely.
  9. Once set, remove the toothpicks and enjoy your delicious Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Holiday Balls!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

35g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls?

Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls?

Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls has approximately 207.6 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls?

The key ingredients for Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls are Butter, Sugar, Vanilla, Flour, Cocoa, Instant Coffee Granules. See the full list with measurements above.

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