Mocha Truffles

Directions

1. 1
   In a large saucepan, melt shortening.
2. 2
   Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips; heat over low heat until chips melt.
3. 3
   (Watch these; do not let the chocolate scorch.)
4. 4
   Stir in coffee crystals; blend until they dissolve.
5. 5
   Stir in sugar, eggs and vanilla.
6. 6
   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt. Stir into the coffee mixture.
7. 7
   Add 1 cup chocolate chips.
8. 8
   Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls or tablespoonfuls onto lightly greased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Bake at 350° for 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Let cool 1 minute before removing from sheet.
11. 11
    Makes 3 dozen of the large size cookies. (Some people prefer the cookies without the coffee flavor.)