Ingredients

  • 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons almond extract
  • 1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Method

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a small bowl, whisk 3 eggs, cream and extract; add to crumb mixture just until moistened. Gently stir in chips and almonds. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 6-8 times.
  • On a greased
  • , pat dough into a 10-1/2-in. circle, about 3/4 in. thick. Cut into eight wedges. Beat remaining egg; brush over dough. Slightly separate wedges.
  • Bake at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.