CHRISTMAS DIABETIC COCOA LOGS

Ingredients:

1/2 c. butter
6 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. cocoa
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. flour
1 slightly beaten egg
1/4 c. finely chopped nuts

Directions:

In a large bowl, mix 4 tablespoons sugar, cocoa, vanilla, salt. Mix until fluffy. Gradually add flour. Divide dough into quarters. Roll each into 18 inch rope; flour hands. Cut rolls into 2 inches pieces; press into egg whites, then nuts and sugar. Place 1 inch apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees. Makes 36 logs.