Chocolate Marshmallow Puffs

Put marshmallows in the freezer for a couple of hours.

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, salt, cocoa, and baking soda. In a separate bowl, cream together the shortening and both sugars.

Blend in unbeaten eggs and vanilla. Beat well. Stir in flour mixture and blend thoroughly. Stick bowl in fridge until dough is hardened.

Shape 1 teaspoon sized piece of dough around each marshmallow and seal well. Roll in sugar.

Bake at 400 degrees F on a greased sheet for 5 to 7 minutes, or until cookies crack. Cool for about 2 minutes before removing from cookie sheet.

cook's notes

These stay moist if you keep them in a canister, cutting off all possible ways of air getting in.