Quick & Chewy Chocolate Drops

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 deg F.
2. 2
   In small microwave-safe bowl, place chocolate.
3. 3
   Microwave at high (100%) 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until chocolate is melted when stirred; cool slightly.
4. 4
   In large mixer bowl, beat butter and sugar until well blended.
5. 5
   Add egg and vanilla; beat well.
6. 6
   Blend in melted chocolate, flour and baking powder.
7. 7
   Stir in nuts, if desired.
8. 8
   Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until almost set.
10. 10
    Cool slightly.
11. 11
    Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.
12. 12
    Cool completely.