Triple Chocolate Treats

By mamacasma

A splash of brewed coffee brings out all three rich chocolate flavors in this recipe.

Ingredients

• 2-3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 4 squares (1 ounce each) bittersweet chocolate
• 1/4 cup brewed coffee
• 1 cup red and green candy-coated chocolate pieces (such as M&Ms)
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. Set aside.

2. In another large bowl, beat the butter and sugars until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes. Beat in vanilla and eggs. Melt chocolate, let cool slightly, then beat into mixture.

3. On low speed, beat in the flour mixture until just combined. Stir in the coffee. Fold in the candies and nuts.

4. Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.

5. Bake at 375°F for 9 minutes or until set. Cool slightly on baking sheet. Remove cookies to wire rack to cool completely. Repeat with remaining dough.