Preparation:
Preheat oven to 325°F..
In a double boiler or a metal bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water
melt unsweetened chocolate, 9 ounces semisweet chocolate, and butter,
stirring
occasionally, and remove top of double boiler or bowl from heat.
In a bowl with an electric mixer beat eggs with sugar until light and
fluffy.
Add espresso powder, vanilla, and chocolate mixture, beating until smooth.
In a small bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt and add to
chocolate mixture, beating until just combined. Stir in remaining semisweet
chocolate and nuts until combined well.
Scoop out 1/2-cup measures of cookie dough, arranging them 3 inches apart on
ungreased baking sheets. Bake cookies in batches in middle of oven 25
minutes,
or until tops begin to crack (do not overbake). Cool cookies on a rack.
Makes twelve 3- to 4-inch cookies. |
