Surprise Bites
1 3/4  cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
1/3 cup butter
2/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate pieces
1/2 cup chopped nuts
 
 
 
  1. Mix flour, baking powder and salt
  2. In large bowl beat shortening and butter
  3. Add sugar and beat until fluffy
  4. Add egg and vanilla, beat well
  5. Add flower mixture, mix well
  6. Cover and chill at least 1 hour
  7. Roll & cut with favorite cutters
  8. Sprinkle chocolate pieces and nut in middle of cookie
  9. Place a matching cookie on top
  10. Pinch edges to seal
  11. Place on ungreased cookie sheet
  12. Bake at 325 F for 15 to 20 minutes
  13. Allow to cool and frost with your favorite icing.


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