Mint Chocolate Logs

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven at 375F (190C).
2. 2
   In a mixing bowl, combine margarine, cream cheese, egg white, melted chocolate, vanilla, and peppermint extract.
3. 3
   Add flour mixed with almonds, baking powder.
4. 4
   In another mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, almonds, baking powder, and salt.
5. 5
   Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour, until firm.
6. 6
   Divide one fourth of dough into 12 pieces.
7. 7
   Roll each piece into 2 1/2 inch long strip and place the strips 1 inch apart on unprepared baking sheets.
8. 8
   Repeat with remaining dough.
9. 9
   Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are set.
10. 10
    Let cookies cool on sheets 2 minutes, then remove to a rack and let cool completely.
11. 11
    Using a knife or a metal spatula, spread melted chocolate on one end of each log.