Chocolate Pretzel Cookies

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Ready In: 35 Minutes

Servings: 8

A little time consuming to make but the taste and presentation are worth it.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

2/3 cup granulated sugar

1 egg

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 teaspoon shortening

1 teaspoon light corn syrup

1 cup confectioners' sugar

4 -5 tablespoons strong brewed coffee

2 ounces white baking chocolate

Directions:

1. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy in a large mixing box.
2. Add egg, chocolate and vanilla and mix well.
3. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
4. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
5. Divide dough into fourths and shape each portion into a 9-inch rope. Place ropes on greased baking sheets; form into pretzel shapes and space 2 inches apart.
6. Bake at 400 degrees for 5 to 7 minutes or until firm. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
7. Mocha Glaze.
8. Melt the chocolate chips and shortening with corn syrup in a heavy saucepan or microwave; stir until smooth.
9. Stir in confectioners sugar and enough coffee to make a smooth glaze. Dip pretzel cookies in glaze; place on waxed paper until set. Melt white chocolate and drizzle over pretzels. Let stand until completely set. Store in an airtight container.

By RecipeOfHealth.com