Brownie Cookies

I pretty much blew it with breakfast this morning, as in didn't so much bother, so I thought I'd make these cookies for J. He's a brownie lover so I *think* they'll satisfy.  I think they're delicious and once they've cooled I'm sure they'll still be great!  haha!

It says to use parchment paper to line the baking sheets.  I had enough for one sheet so I just sprayed the other ones and it worked ok.  The paper really does work best and they come off quite nicely but spraying is your next best choice.

Brownie Cookies

1/2 C butter

4 (1-oz) unsweetened chocolate squares

3 C chocolate chips, divided

1 1/2 C flour

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

4 large eggs

1 1/2 C sugar

2 tsp vanilla

2 C chopped pecans, toasted (optional)

Combine butter, unsweetened chocolate, and 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips in a large, heavy saucepan.  Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until butter and chocolate melt; cool.

Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.  Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla at medium speed in a large mixing bowl.  Gradually add dry ingredients, beating well.  Add chocolate mixture; beat well.  Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips and pecans.  

Drop by 2 tablespoonfuls 1 inch apart onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets.  Bake at 350 for 10 minutes.  Cool slightly on baking sheets; remove to wire racks to cool completely.  

Yield: 2 1/2 Dozen

From: Southern Living