Holstein Crinkles

Holstein Crinkles

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
4 squares (1 oz. each)
unsweetened chocolate,
melted and cooled
2 tsp vanilla
4 eggs
2 cups flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup miniature semisweet
chocolate chips
3/4 to 1 cup confectioners' sugar

In a large bowl, combine the sugar, oil, chocolate, and vanilla. Add the eggs, one at a time. Beat well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the chocolate mixture. Beat until smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until easy to handle. Working with 1 cup of the dough at a time, shape into 1-inch balls. Roll in the confectioners' sugar. Place 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 F for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are set. Remove to wire racks to cool. Makes 6 dozen