Ingredients

The following ingredients have 24 Servings
  • 4 oz. unsweetened chocolate
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 3 eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 c. powdered sugar

Instruction

  • Place chocolate and shortening in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat till melted. Cool 15 minutes.  
  • Combine eggs, sugar, baking powder, vanilla, and salt in a large bowl. Add chocolate mixture. Gradually add flour stirring until thoroughly combined. Cover; chill 2 hours until easy to handle. 
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in powdered sugar to coat generously. Place 2 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake at 375 F for about 10 minutes or until edges are just set. Transfer to rack to cool.