Chocolate Cracklers

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Sift flour, salt and baking powder together and set aside.
3. 3
   Melt the chocolate over hot water.
4. 4
   Remove from water and cool.
5. 5
   Combine the sugar, butter, and vanilla and beat till light and creamy.
6. 6
   Beat in the eggs.
7. 7
   Blend in the melted chocolate.
8. 8
   Add the flour mixture and mix well.
9. 9
   Stir in nuts if using.
10. 10
    Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls on ungreased cookie sheets.
11. 11
    Place whole walnut half on each, if desired.
12. 12
    Bake at 375 F for 10 minutes.