Whole Wheat Almond Biscotti

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter, softened (no substitute )
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 eggs or 3 large egg whites
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1 teaspoon almond extract or 8 drops almond oil
• 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
• 1/3 cup oat flour
• 1 cup whole almond, unblanched
• 1 cup dried fruits, chopped (figs, dates or apricots ) (optional) or dark chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, sugar and eggs on med. speed for 1 minute.

2. 2

   Add vanilla and almond extract and beat until combined.

3. 3

   Mix in almonds and dried fruits or chocolate chips ( if desired ).

4. 4

   Stir in combined flour, salt and baking powder.

5. 5

   Shape the dough in a 16-inch long log on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet.

6. 6

   Flatten the log, using wet hands, until about 2-inches thick.

7. 7

   Bake the log for 20 minutes in a 350°F preheated oven.

8. 8

   Cool for 30 minutes.

9. 9

   Using a serrated knife, cut into 1-inch thick slices.

10. 10

    Bake slices in a 325°F oven for 15 minutes.

11. 11

    Transfer to wire rack and let cool.

12. 12

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.