Cocoa Snowflakes

1. 1

   Sift flour, baking powder, and salt, set aside.

2. 2

   In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over low heat, add cocoa powder, blend until smooth.

3. 3

   Remove pan from heat, stir in sugar until combined (mixture will be dark brown at this point).

4. 4

   Transfer to mixing bowl, add vanilla, then eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition.

5. 5

   Add flour mixture, then nuts if desired, mix well.

6. 6

   Cover dough, chill (at least 2 hours in refrigerator).

7. 7

   Dough will still be sticky.

8. 8

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

9. 9

   Roll dough into 3/4 inch balls, roll each ball in powdered sugar.

10. 10

    Place onto greased cookie sheet, 2 inches apart.

11. 11

    Bake at 400 degrees for 8 minutes, let cool a minute before removing from pan.

12. 12

    Store in airtight container.

13. 13

    Texture should be soft and chewy, cook a minute longer if you would prefer a crispier cookie (make sure bottoms do not burn).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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