Viennese Coffee Balls (No Bake)

Ingredients

• 2 cups shortbread cookies, crushed
• 1 1/4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
• 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons instant coffee crystals or instant espresso powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 4-5 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee or water
• 1/2 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
• sifted confectioners' sugar (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Combine crushed cookies, the 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, the nuts, cocoa powder, coffee crystals and cinnamon.

2. 2

   Add brewed espresso, coffee or water, using just enough to moisten.

3. 3

   Form mixture into 1 1/4-inch balls.

4. 4

   Roll balls generously in the 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar.

5. 5

   Place balls on a sheet of waxed paper; let stand until dry (about 1 hour).

6. 6

   Before serving, roll balls again in confectioners' sugar, if desired.

7. 7

   To store: Place in layers separated by waxed paper in an airtight container; cover.

8. 8

   Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.