Chocolate Doughnut Cookies

Name: Chocolate Doughnut Cookies
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup 2 sticks margarine; 1/4 cup shortening; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 2/3 cup cocoa; 3 or 3 1/2 cups flour; 6 tablespoons meringue powder; 8 cups about 2 lb. confectioners’ sugar; 10 tablespoons warm water; 2-3 teaspoons oil-free flavoring (vanilla, almond, coconut, lemon juice); 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar (optional); Assorted food gel colors

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:10min

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Updated at: Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:34:52 GMT