Almond Logs Dipped In Chocolate Recipe

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees; line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

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   In a large mixer bowl, combine the butter and almond paste.

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   Beat on low speed, scraping the bowl often, for 1 to 2 min till well mixed.

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   Add in the powdered sugar, egg yolks, almond extract and vanilla extract.

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   Beat on medium speed, scraping the bowl often, for 1 to 2 min till well mixed.

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   Reduce the speed to low.

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   Continue beating, gradually adding the flour and scraping the bowl often, for 1 to 2 min till well mixed.

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   Place the dough in a pastry bag with a 1/2-inch opening.

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   Pipe onto the cookie sheets forming 2 1/2 to 3-inch logs.

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    Bake for 13 to 17 min, or possibly till the edges are very lightly browned.

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    Cold completely on parchment paper.

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    In a 1-qt saucepan, heat the chocolate chips and shortening over low heat, stirring often, for 5 to 8 min till smooth.

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    Remove the cooled cookies from the parchment paper and dip the ends or possibly the tops in the chocolate and then in the almonds.

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    Place on waxed paper till set.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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