Chocolate Message Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
2. 2
   Cream butter and brown sugar together.
3. 3
   Add vanilla and egg; beat until well combined.
4. 4
   Slowly add in flour mixture in thirds.
5. 5
   Place dough in a plastic zip lock bag or wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours.
6. 6
   Dust surface with cocoa powder and roll out dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
7. 7
   Preheat oven to 350F.
8. 8
   Cut out desired shapes and place on baking sheet.
9. 9
   Bake for 8-10 mins, until edges are just slightly browned.
10. 10
    Cool completely on wire rack.
11. 11
    Decorate as desired.
12. 12
    I drizzled melted colored candy melts and white chocolate over mine.