This is a recipe that I sometimes make for my dad. I have changed it up a little bit, as I cannot help myself! This is a no-bake recipe that is easy in a blender or food processor. I don’t own a food processor, as I truly enjoy cutting/chopping and don’t believe that I’d use it enough. Knowing me, I’ll probably buy one some day and go on and on about how great it is! :-) The original recipe called for Nilla Wafers. I use Ginger Snaps. You could also use chocolate wafers.
2 cups crushed ginger snap cookies. You can use any hard, dry cookies. :-)
1 cup finely chopped pecans.
2 tbsp. light corn syrup.
2 tbsp. cocoa powder. Think quality. I got mine at Penzey’s.
2 tbsp. instant coffee. This is optional, but gives it a dark chocolate taste.
1/2 cup brandy, rum, or liqueur.
1 cup powdered sugar plus more to roll the cookies in, if desired.
Mix all ingredients in a bowl (or the kitchenaide mixer). Roll in to bite size balls. Roll in powdered sugar. Refrigerate.
These are even better after they’ve been refrigerated. They can also be frozen.
these used to be my favorite christmas cookie! the only downside is they are very messy to make.
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