Candy Cane Chocolate Cookies

Directions

1. 1For the cookies, mix flour, cocoa powder, grated chocolate, coffee and salt.
2. 2Set aside.
3. 3In another bowl, beat butter, sugar and vanilla extract.
4. 4When mixture is creamy, gradually add flour mixture until smooth.
5. 5Use plastic wrap to roll dough into a cylinder, approximately 2.5 cm (approximately 1 inch) diameter.
6. 6Cover and refrigerate for one hour.
7. 7Preheat oven to 170°C (approximately 340°F).
8. 8Line baking tray with parchment paper (or a non-stick silicone baking mat).
9. 9Working quickly, cut chilled dough into thin discs, each about 5 mm (approximately 1/4 inch) thick.
10. 10Bake for about 12 minutes.
11. 11Let rest in pan for a 1-2 minutes and then cool on a wire rack.
12. 12For the topping, beat butter, powdered sugar and cream to form thick frosting.
13. 13Spread frosting over each cookie and garnish with candy cane pieces.