Cherry Mocha Cookies

by Kathleen Morrison

Servings: 6 dozen

INGREDIENTS

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
4 tsp. vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 tbsp. instant coffee granules
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup finely chopped pecans
2/3 cup chopped red candied cherries
Confectioners' sugar

INSTRUCTIONS

In a mixing bowl, cream butter. Gradually add sugar and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy. Stir together flour, cocoa, coffee and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Mix well. Stir in pecans and cherries. Chill dough for ease of handling if necessary. Shape into 1-inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until cookies are set. Cool on wire racks. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

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