Banana Truffles

Here's a unique truffle that's more on the healthier side of sweet! Note that when serving these treat to children, you can omit the instant coffee as a flavoring and substitute with vanilla extract or other flavors, as desired.

Recipe Ingredients:

1/2 teaspoon NESCAFÉ CLASICO Instant Coffee Granules
1 teaspoon warm water
4 slices BIMBO Honey 7 Grain Bread, finely shredded
1 large, ripe banana, mashed
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 tablet NESTLÉ ABUELITA Chocolate, grated

Cooking Directions:

1. Dissolve coffee granules in warm water in small bowl; set aside.
2. Combine bread, banana, nuts, coffee mixture and cinnamon in medium bowl. Shape into 1-inch balls. Roll in grated chocolate.
3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set.

Makes 18 truffles.

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