- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Lightly grease baking sheets.
- Microwave 1 cup of morsels in a small, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH for 1 minute; stir.
- Continue to microwave in 10-20 second intervals, stirring in between, until chocolate is smooth.
- Cool to room temperature; set aside.
- Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl; set aside.
- In a large mixer bowl, beat sugar, butter and vanilla.
- Beat in melted chocolate and egg whites.
- Gradually beat flour mixture and water, alternating between the two.
- Stir in remaining morsels.
- Cover and refrigerate until firm.
- Shape dough into 1 1/2 inch balls.
- Roll in powdered sugar to coat generously.
- Place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until sides are set but centers are still slightly soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes.
- Remove and place on wire racks; cool completely.
Makes 3 dozen cookies.
Approximate Nutrient Analysis per cookie:
120 calories, 4 g fat, 2.5 g saturated fat, 5 mg cholesterol, 50 mg sodium, 20 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 14 g sugar, 1 g protein