Biscotti Bliss 2

Almond Chocolate Chip Biscotti

3/4 C. applesauce
2 T. oil
1 C. sugar
1 t. vanilla extract
1 1/2 t. almond extract

1 T. baking powder
1/2 t. salt

3 C. unbleached white flour

1/3 C. slivered almonds
1/2 C. chocolate chips

Mix together the first set of ingredients.  Add the next set, mix well.  Mix in the flour to form dough.  Gently knead in the almonds and chocolate chips.  Form dough into 2 logs approximately 11 inches long by 4 inches wide and about 3/4 inches thick.  Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.  Remove to a cooling rack and cool for 20 minutes, then slice into 1 inch diagonal slices, place on baking sheet and bake at 325 degrees for 10 minutes, cut side down.  Then flip cookies and bake for 10 minutes on the other side.