Hazelnut Rum Brownie Cookies

1. 1

   Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.

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   Add hazelnuts and set aside.

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   In a metal bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, melt chocolate and butter, stir occasionally.

4. 4

   Remove from heat, stir in rum; let mixture cool.

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   Whisk in eggs.

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   Stir in flour mixture.

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   Cover and chill in fridge for 1 hour.

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   Place half the dough on a sheet of wax paper.

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   Form into a 10-inch log, using paper as a size guide and to roll it up in.

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    Repeat with 2nd half.

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    Chill logs wrapped in wax paper for 4 hours in fridge (will keep in fridge for 1 week).

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    Can keep in freezer for 1 month, but thaw in fridge 4 hours before slicing).

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    Thaw in fridge for 4 hours.

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    Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 C.) and lightly butter or spray baking sheet.

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    Cut logs into 1/2-inch-thick slices and place on baking sheet (cookies will hardly spread).

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    Hint: butter or spray the knife - cookies are gooey.

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    Bake cookies in batches in middle of oven for 9 minutes.

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    Remove from sheet and cool.

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    Sprinkle heavily with powdered sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.