* Exported from MasterCook * Mocha Walnut Christmas Cookies Recipe By : Barb Schaller Serving Size : 24 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Cookies Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 2 c Semisweet chocolate chips -- - divided 2 tb Instant coffee powder 2 ts Water -- boiling 1 c All purpose flour 3/4 ts Baking soda 1/2 ts Salt 1/2 c Butter -- softened 1/2 c Sugar 1/2 c Brown sugar -- firmly packed 1 Egg 1/2 c Walnuts -- chopped Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt 1/2 cup chocolate chips over hot water or in microwave. Stir until smooth; cool to room temperature. In small cup, dissolve coffee in boiling water; set aide. Combine flour, soda, and salt; set aside. In large bowl, combine butter, sugars, and coffee; beat until creamy. Add egg and melted chocolate; mix well. Gradually add flour mixture. Stir in remaining 1-1/2 cups chocolate chips and walnuts. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 350°F for 10 to 12 minutes. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes before removing from cookie sheets; cool completely. Yield: 24 Cookies Recipe FROM: Family Circle magazine 12/26/85 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -