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Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
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In the bowl of a mixer, combine the butter, eggs and vanilla. Mix well. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda. Gradually add to butter mixture just until combined - dough will be crumbly.
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Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead in almonds and chocolate chips. Divide dough in half. On an ungreased baking sheet, shape each portion into a 12-in. x 3-in. log, leaving 3 in. between the logs.
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Bake at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until tops are cracked. Cool for 15 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 1/2-in. slices.
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Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until firm and dry. Remove to wire racks to cool.