Eggless Chocolate Cookies

1 c. sugar
1/2 c. cocoa powder OR 2 2/3 oz. baking chocolate (unsweetened)
6 T butter (if using baking chocolate) or 8 T (if using cocoa powder)
6 T milk
1 t. vanilla (optional, but adds depth)
1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
1/2 t. soda
1 pinch salt

• Beat butter and sugar, then add melted baking chocolate (if using) and milk
• Mix together dry ingredients then add to the wet ingredients
• Refrigerate for at least a half hour, then form into balls
• Roll balls in powdered sugar, sugar, or powdered coconut, as desired)
• Bake at 350 degrees for 12 – 20 minutes, until cooked.