Mona-Lisa Italian Chocolate Nut Cookies

== Description ==
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
=== Ingredients ===
* 1/2 Cup(s) margarine
* 2/3 Cup(s) unsweetened cocoa powder
* 2 Cup(s) light brown sugar
* 1/2 Cup(s) water
* 2 1/2 Cup(s) wholewheat flour
* 1 1/2 Teaspoon(s) baking powder
* 2 Teaspoon(s) cinnamon
* 1 Teaspoon(s) cloves
* 1 Cup(s) finely chopped almonds
* 1 Cup(s) Raisins
== Directions ==
Preheat oven to 350F.
Combine first four ingredients in a pot.
Heat slowly, stirring till the mixture resembles a syrup.
Let cool to room temperature.
Combine flour with baking powder & spices.
Pour in chocolate syrup & work into a stiff batter.
Add almonds & Raisins.
Form into balls no larger than 1-inch & arrange on cookie sheets.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
Makes 4 dozen. 
== See also ==
Category:Almond Recipes
Category:Chocolate Recipes
Category:Cocoa Recipes
Category:Light brown sugar Recipes
Category:Nut cookie Recipes
Category:Raisin Recipes
Category:Vegan Recipes