Mocha Biscotti

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup Nestle Toll House baking cocoa
• 2 tablespoons taster's choice 1200% pure instant coffee
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 cup nestle toll house chocolate chips

Directions

1. 1

   Combine flour, coffee granules, baking powder, and baking soda in medium bowl. Beat sugar and butter in large mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs and almond extract; beat untl mixture is slightly thickened. Gradually beat in flour mixture; stir in almonds.

2. 2

   Divide dough in half. With floured hands, shape into two 12-inch long rolls; flatten slightly. Place on one large or two small baking sheets.

3. 3

   Bake in preheated 350F for 25 minutes or until firm. Cool on baking sheet(s) on wire rack(s) for 5 minutes. Cut into 1/2 inch thick slices; arrange cut side down on baking sheets. Return to oven; bake for additional 15-20 minutes. Remove to wire rack(s) to cool completely. Melt chocolate chips according to package directions; drizzle over cooled cookies.