Viennese Coffee Balls In a Jar

2 cups shortbread cookie crumbs; or crushed packaged chocolate chip cookies
1 1/3 cups powdered sugar; sifted
1 cup toasted almonds; chopped
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 tsp instant espresso powder
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Layer ingredients into a 1 quart canning jar, tapping gently on the counter to settle before adding the next layer. Add additional nuts to fill any small gaps if necessary.

Attach to Jar:

Viennese Coffee Balls In a Jar

Place contents of jar into a large mixing bowl. Add 4-5 Tbsp espresso, strong coffee, or water, using just enough to moisten. Form into 1 1/2 inch balls, rolling in powdered sugar.

Place on a sheet of waxed paper and let stand 'til dry (about 1 hour). Before serving, roll again in powdered sugar if desired. Store in airtight container.