Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be soft.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to roll.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl.
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Then, roll each ball in the powdered sugar, coating it completely.
- Place the coated balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, you can re-roll the cookies in powdered sugar after they have cooled slightly.