FROSTED CHOCOLATE DELIGHTS

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Before we five kids headed off to school each day, Mom took our requests for that day's dinner. I usually asked her to make these cookies for dessert, and she would rarely disappoint. I still enjoy them today. -Patricia Ramczyk, Appleton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
9 tablespoons butter, softened
4-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 to 8 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar. Beat in the egg, milk and vanilla. Beat in chocolate until blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in walnuts. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 11-13 minutes or until firm. Remove to wire racks to cool. , For frosting, in a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in vanilla and enough milk to reach spreading consistency. Frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Saretj Carmona
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I would give this recipe a 3 out of 5 stars. It's a good cake, but it's not my favorite.


oman mohammed
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out right. I'm not sure what went wrong.


M Azam
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This cake is a bit dry. I think it needs more moisture.


Fortune Nsaka
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I'm not a fan of the frosting. It's too sweet and rich for my taste.


braxton schubert
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This cake is a bit too dense for my taste. I prefer a lighter, fluffier cake.


Just Sew Crafty
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I love that this recipe uses chocolate chips. It gives the cake a great texture.


Umer dj Umer dj
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This cake is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Nihal Sadaruwan
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I've tried several different chocolate cake recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect balance of moist and fluffy.


unruly Easy
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This is the best chocolate cake recipe I've ever tried. I highly recommend it.


Madison Grigsby
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Alexia P
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The frosting is a bit too sweet for my taste, but the cake itself is perfect.


Erika Sarwat
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This cake is so easy to make. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make it without any problems.


Rexy
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have them on hand.


Gary Babcock
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just because.


Izba Shah
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Ed Bradley
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The cake is so moist and the frosting is so rich.


Yesu Padam
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I made this cake for my son's birthday and it was a huge success. He loved it!


NICHOLAS NSUBUGA
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This is my go-to recipe for chocolate cake. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Patience Kunwar
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. The frosting is especially delicious.


Warga Negara Indonesia plus 62
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This recipe is a keeper! The chocolate frosting is rich and decadent, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I made it for a party and it was a huge hit.