Chocolate Sugar Cookies Nov 19, 2012 21:02:16 GMT -5 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by PrisonerOfHope on Nov 19, 2012 21:02:16 GMT -5 Chocolate Sugar Cookies2 cups melted butter (1 lb.)4 one oz. squares semi-sweet chocolate2 cups confectioners sugar1 cup granulated sugar2 eggs 2 tsp. vanilla1 tsp. orange zest (optional)1 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. cream of tartar1 tsp. salt4 1/4 cups flour1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)Melt the butter & chocolate; stir until smooth, transfer to a large mixing bowl, and add the sugars. Set aside to cool.Add the eggs, one at a time, stirring after each addition. Mix in the vanilla, orange, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Add flour in increments, and mix dough thoroughly. Roll 1" balls of dough, dip into the 1/2 cup of sugar, and roll until coated. Place the dough balls on a greased cookie sheet; flatten slightly. Bake at 325 for 10-15 minutes; cool on cookie sheet for 2 minutes before removing to a wire rack. Makes 7-8 dozen fudgy cookies.