Chocapocalypse Cookies (Alton Brown)

Happy Valentine's Day!  I've had this recipe for awhile. It is from Alton Brown and was sent as part of Food Network's "12 Days of Cookies" email.  It calls for  4 kinds of chocolate (100, 72, 54, 40 %) and cocoa nibs.  Sahadi's had all of the chocolate (as wafers) in the bulk department and the nibs in packages.  A labor of love, especially so due to my lack of a microwave (for melting chocolate).  

These are not for the faint of heart.  Do not be tempted to make the cookies any larger.  If I make them again, I will decrease the chopped chocolate mix in.  The cocoa nibs add a nice flavor and crunch. Serve with cold milk or strong coffee.