Grammys Chocolate Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt into a bowl.
2. 2
   In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
3. 3
   Add eggs and vanilla, and beat to combine.
4. 4
   Reduce speed to low, and gradually add flour mixture; beat to combine.
5. 5
   Form dough into a flattened disk, wrap with plastic wrap, and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
6. 6
   Preheat oven to 350F.
7. 7
   Shape dough into 1 1/4-inch balls.
8. 8
   Roll each ball in sanding sugar.
9. 9
   Place on baking sheets lined with parchment paper, about 1 1/2 inches apart.
10. 10
    Bake until set, 10 to 12 minutes, rotating halfway through.
11. 11
    Transfer to a rack to cool for 5 minutes.
12. 12
    Transfer cookies from baking sheet to wire rack.
13. 13
    Cookies can be stored between layers of parchment in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.