Frosted Cocoa Cookies Recipe

Name: Frosted Cocoa Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 2 cups sugar; 4 eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup baking cocoa; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup butter, softened; 3 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/3 cup baking cocoa; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 3 to 4 tablespoons milk

Servings: persons

1 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3 to 4 tablespoons milk

1
In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
2
Roll into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased
3
. Bake at 350u00b0 for 13-16 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool.
4
For frosting, in a small bowl, combine the butter, confectioners' sugar, cocoa and extract. Add enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Drizzle over cookies.

1638

kcal

Calories

Fat

329

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup shortening, 2 cups sugar, 4 eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Frosted Cocoa Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Frosted Cocoa Cookies

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