Chocolate Drop Cookies I

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare baking sheets by lightly greasing them or lining with parchment paper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes using an electric mixer. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Add the egg and beat thoroughly until well combined. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Gently fold in the melted chocolate and chopped black walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving some space between each cookie. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 12 mins Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. (12 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (15 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Prepare the Chocolate Icing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the milk, mixing until smooth and creamy. Add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Once the cookies are completely cool, frost them generously with the Chocolate Icing. Allow the icing to set before serving. (10 minutes)