Momma Hookie's Cookies

Don't ask!  My momma found this recipe in the newspaper a while ago and has been making them like a machine ever since.  They're a perfect dessert because they are not too sweet and have a lot of texture to them.  Addictive, in fact!  Enjoy:

MOMMA HOOKIES COOKIES

1 1/2 c. sugar

1 c. butter, softened

1 egg

1 t. vanilla extract

1 1/4 c. flour

1/3 c. cocoa powder

1/2 t. baking soda

1/2 t. salt

3 c. uncooked oatmeal (I don't use quick; I use long-cooking kind)

6 oz. choc. chips (small bag; 1 c.)

1/2 - 1 c. chopped nuts (Mama Hookie doesn't use these; Mama Brearley does!)

 

Preheat over to 350. Lightly grease a cookie sheet.

Combine sugar and butter in a large bowl. Beat until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla.

Mix together: flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. (Says sift, but who does that anymore?)

Stir into creamed mixture.  Add oats and chocolate chips.

 

Dough will be very stiff.  Add up to 1/4 c. water if needed.  Form tablespoon-size balls and place on prepared cookie sheet.  Flatten slightly.  Bake 10 - 12 mins.