Description

These cookies are just like grandma used to bake. They are so good, you'll add them to your holiday cookie recipes.

Ingredients

• 1 c. unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 c. white granulated sugar
• 1/2 c. vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 2 t. vanilla extract
• 2 c. all-purpose flour
• 2 t. baking powder
• 1 t. espresso powder, optional
• 1/2 t. kosher salt
• 1 c. powdered sugar

Steps

1. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or beat by hand with a wooden spoon, beat together cocoa powder, white sugar and oil until it comes together into a shiny, gritty, black dough.
2. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing for 30 seconds after each addition. Add vanilla; beat thoroughly.
3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt and espresso powder, if using.