1/2 c. Crisco
1 c. sugar
2 egg yolks
2 c. flour
5 tbsp. cocoa
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt, optional
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. milk

Mix shortening, sugar and egg yolks. Sift all other dry ingredients. Add to first mixture. Add vanilla and milk. Beat with electric beater about 1/2 minute on high speed. Will be fluffy.

Drop by tablespoonsful on ungreased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake at 350 degrees, 8-10 minutes. Remove to rack to cool. When cooled, put two together with filling.

FILLING:

1/2 c. Crisco
2 c. powdered sugar
2 egg whites
1 tsp. vanilla