Peppermint Bark Biscotti

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325AF.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3
   Using an electric mixer, beat eggs, peppermint extract, butter, and sugar until combined.
4. 4
   About 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Add dry ingredients from step 1 to egg mixture.
6. 6
   Beat until just blended.
7. 7
   Divide dough in half and form into two logs on a parchment lined cooking sheet.
8. 8
   Leave space for dough to spread.
9. 9
   Bake until dough is firm, about 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Let cool for 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Using a serrated knife, cut logs into 0.5 inch slices.
12. 12
    Arrange slices on baking sheet with a wire rack and return to the oven for 15 minutes.
13. 13
    Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler.
14. 14
    Drizzle on each cookie and sprinkle with peppermint candy.
15. 15
    Let chocolate to completely cool before serving.
16. 16
    It is best to make these at least a day in advance to allow them to dry out a little and become crunchy.