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.
