Chocolate Wintergreen Cookies

Instructions

Cookies

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
2. Combine the first 8 ingredients in a large bowl and beat together until fluffy
3. With a spoon stir in the flour, cocoa and chocolate chips
4. When combined, divide into two parts
5. Form each part into a log approximately 1 - 1 3/4 inches in diameter and roll in wax paper
6. Chill at least 2 hours
7. When ready to bake, unroll paper and slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick slices
8. Place on a greased baking sheet and for 10-12 minutes
9. Do not allow to brown

10. Let cool and enjoyWintergreen Frosting

11. Combine all ingredients in medium bowl and mix with electric mixer for 2 minutes

12. Add more half-and-half or powdered sugar as needed for consistency

13. Makes enough to frost one 2-layer cake.

A few notes:

• These cookies could also be dropped by teaspoonful. If making drop cookies, decrease flour to 2 1/3 cups.
• Eat them "as is" or sandwich two together with the wintergreen flavored icing
• The key to tender cookies is to sift the confectioner's sugar just before measuring and then gently spoon it into your measuring cup. Also, do not over-stir when adding the flour.