Shelly's Recipe

BLACK FOREST BITES

Category: Desserts

60 vanilla wafers, finely crushed
1 cup confectioners sugar
1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Confectioners sugar, for coating

Mix first 6 ingredients in a large bowl until crumbs are moistened (mixture will be dry). Let stand 15 minutes. Shape mixture into 1 inch balls; roll in additional confectioners sugar. Store in airtight containers, separating layers with waxed paper. Allow to rest at least 6 hours before serving to improve flavor.