Snow-Topped Chocolate Mint Cookies

• 1 package (10 ounces) mint chocolate chips, divided
• 6 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Confectioners' sugar

1. In a microwave, melt 1 cup chocolate chips; stir until smooth and set aside to cool.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the melted chocolate chips and vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the remaining chocolate chips. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle.
3. Roll into 1-in. balls, then roll in confectioners' sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased
4. . Bake at 350u0b0 for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set and centers are almost set. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks.

mint chocolate chips, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, flour, baking powder, salt, confectioners

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/snow-topped-chocolate-mint-cookies/ (may not work)