Source: dLife

Ultra rich chocolate cookies made with cocoa, espresso powder, and chocolate chips.

Servings

0.5 cup margarine , softened
0.5 cup sugar
0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
1 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp instant espresso powder
1 tsp cold water , hot
1.25 cup white all purpose flour
0.5 tsp baking soda
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
0.67 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
0.33 cup chopped pecans , toasted ( optional)

1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2 Use a large mixing bowl, and mix by hand the margarine, sugar, and brown sugar.
3 Add the egg and vanilla, combining until creamy.
4 Dissolve the espresso powder in the hot water, and add to the mixture.
5 Use a medium bowl, and mix the flour, baking soda, and cocoa. Add to the sugar mixture, mixing well.
6 Stir in the chocolate chips and pecans.
7 Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto a baking sheet coated with non-stick cooking spray.
8 Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
9 Don't overcook, as they harden as they cool. Remove from the baking sheet, and cool on wax paper or a wire rack.