Chocolate Chunk Almond Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium bowl whisk together, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.In the bowl of a stand mister fitted with the paddle attachment beat butter, almond butter, and both sugars at high speed until pale and fluffy approx. 3 minutes.Beat in the vanilla and eggs, one at a time on low speed, stop and scrape the bowl down between additions.Gradually beat in the dry ingredients until just incorporated.Fold in slivered almonds, chocolate chunks, and chopped chocolate almond bits.Chill dough for at least 1-2 hours.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Line 2-3 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.Scoop 1½ tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared banking sheets and top each cookie with a couple of slivered almonds
2. 2
   Bake each sheet for about 13 minutes, allow to set for an additional 3 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.Once cookies have chilled completely, transfer to an airtight container. Will keep for up to a week