*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                        Chocolate Almond Biscotti

Recipe By     : Bakers' Dozen (Gale Gand) Show #BD1A31
Serving Size  : 24   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Biscotti

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      c             Flour
   1      c             Sugar
     1/3  c             Cocoa powder
   1      ts            Baking soda
     1/4  ts            Salt
   2                    Eggs
   2                    Whites
     3/4  ts            Vanilla extract
     2/3  c             Whole almonds -- toasted
     1/3  c             Chocolate chips

In a mixer with a paddle attachment combine flour, sugar, cocoa
powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix together eggs, egg whites, and
vanilla extract. Gradually add egg mixture to flour mixture blending
on low. Toss almonds with chocolate chips then add to flour mixture
and blend just until combined.

On a well floured surface roll dough into two logs, 2" in diameter.
Place on a greased sheet pan and brush with beaten egg. Bake at 350°F
until light golden brown, about 30 to 35 minutes. Allow logs to cool
15 minutes then cut into slices on the bias.

Place slices on a greased sheet pan and bake in a 350°F oven until
toasted, about 15 to 20 minutes. Cool. Store in an airtight
container.

Yield: 24 Biscotti


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