Pound Cake Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Stir in the flour, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract until well blended.
5. Fold in the walnuts and chocolate chips.
6. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Pound cake gets its name from the original recipe which calls for one pound each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour.
• Pound cake cookies are a popular variation on the classic pound cake.
• These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.