Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls
Get ready to delight your taste buds with these decadent Santa Fe Mocha Cherry Balls—no baking required! These bite-sized treats combine the bold flavors of espresso and rich cocoa with the sweet tartness of dried cherries, all wrapped in a luscious graham cracker and chocolate base. Finished with a delicate powdered sugar coating, they’re as visually stunning as they are mouthwatering. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime indulgence, these make-ahead mocha cherry balls come together in just 20 minutes and are ideal for entertaining or gifting. A truly unique dessert that blends rich, sophisticated flavors with effortless preparation!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup dried cherries
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, instant espresso powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.
Step 2
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth and fully melted.
Step 3
Pour the melted chocolate into the dry mixture. Add the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and dried cherries. Mix thoroughly until a thick and sticky dough forms.
Step 4
Using clean hands, scoop out about one tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough until it is all used up. You should have approximately 24 balls.
Step 5
Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll each ball in the powdered sugar to coat completely.
Step 6
Arrange the finished mocha cherry balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper.
Step 7
Refrigerate the mocha cherry balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Step 8
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1024.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3566.1 |
| Total Fat 106.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 134.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2535.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 628.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 463.9g | |
| Protein 61.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 31.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1319.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2287.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories