Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup non-hydrogenated margarine
  • 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces firm silken tofu, drained and mashed
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Method

  • In a mixer or large bowl beat margarine, chocolate and sugars until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in tofu until well blended.
  • Beat in vanilla, baking powder and salt.
  • Add flour in batches, beating well after each addition.
  • Cover and chill several hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 F and lightly oil cookie sheets.
  • Scoop tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls.
  • Drop into a small bowl with powdered sugar, rolling to coat.
  • Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets and bake until set, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool. Cookies will keep up to 1 week in an airtight container at cool room temperature.