Chocolate Butter Cookies

Gradually add the vegetable oil to the creamed mixture while continuing to beat, then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 1

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.

Step 2

Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a stiff dough forms. If the mixer struggles, switch to a dough hook or knead by hand.

STEP 3

Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 tablespoon each, and place them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced apart to allow for spreading.

STEP 4