Nancy's Chocolate Cookies

My grandmother used to make these and what a favorite they are. As I type this recipe, I see her handwriting and remember those good ole days! These are a delicate, cake like cookie with chocolate frosting. The nuts are optional, if you like them add them. Pecans or peanuts taste just as great as walnuts do.

• Calories: 310 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup shortening
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (Optional)
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 ½ cups cake flour
• 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
• ½ cup buttermilk

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Step 2

Cream brown sugar, shortening, melted chocolate, egg and buttermilk.

Step 3

Add dry ingredients and beat until smooth.

Step 4

Drop onto greased cookie sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Ice with Chocolate Cookie Buttercream Frosting when still warm but not hot.