Chocolate Mint Hearts

• 1 (10 ounce) package mint chocolate chips, divided
• 14 cup butter, softened
• 13 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 12 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 14 cups all-purpose flour
• 34 teaspoon baking powder
• 14 teaspoon salt
• 14 teaspoon baking soda
• 14 cup shortening
• colored sprinkles (optional)

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/2 cup mint chocolate chips; stir.
2. Cool slightly.
3. In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar.
4. Beat in the egg, vanilla and melted chocolate.
5. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
6. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until easy to handle.
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
8. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter.
9. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
10. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 7 to 10 minutes or until set.
11. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
12. In a microwave, melt shortening and remaining chocolate chips; stir until smooth.
13. Dip each cookie halfway into chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off.
14. Sprinkle chocolate with sprinkles if desired.
15. Place on waxed paper; refrigerate until set.

mint chocolate chips, butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, shortening, colored sprinkles

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/chocolate-mint-hearts-491224 (may not work)