Ingredients

1 cup sugar3/4 cup vegetable oil1/3 cup instant coffee granules2 tablespoons hot water2 large eggs, room temperature2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon saltAdditional sugar

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, combine sugar and oil. Dissolve coffee in water; add to sugar mixture and mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the sugar mixture.

Roll into 3/4-in. balls, then roll in additional sugar. Place 2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets; flatten with a fork. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool.