Checkerboard Squares

== Description ==
makes 4 dozen squares.
==Ingredients==
* 1 recipe basic cookie mix
* 1 large egg
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
==Directions==
# Melted chocolate or chocolate icing and white icing in large bowl of electric mixer, combine cookie mix, egg and vanilla.
# At low speed, beat until mixture forms a dough.
# Divide dough in half; remove one half from bowl.
# To dough in bowl, add cocoa powder; knead to mix well.
# On work surface, on separate sheets of waxed paper, roll each half of dough to 9x6" rectangle.
# Using paper to lift dough, invert plain dough onto top of chocolate dough.
# Remove paper from plain dough.
# Using long chef's knife, cut doughs lengthwise into 2" wide strips.
# Stack strips, removing waxed paper and alternating colors.
# Cut stack lengthwise into three equal strips.
# Stack strips so colors alternate; gently press stack so dough layers stick together.
# Wrap stack in plastic wrap; refrigerate 2 hours.
# Preheat oven to 375°F.
# Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.
# Remove plastic wrap from dough; cut stack crosswise into ¼" slices.
# Place slices checkerboard side down on prepared baking sheets; bake 8 minutes or until golden.
# Transfer to wire rack to cool.
# With pastry bag and writing, decorate cookies with dots of chocolate and icing.
Category:Bar and square Recipes