Preheat oven to 350°F.
Process almonds and chocolate in a blender or food processor on until finely chopped. Combine with 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, cinnamon and cloves. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar with electric mixer until pale and fluffy.
Stir in flour mixture until well blended. Mix orange peel and the two tablespoons of flour; work into dough with hands.
Divided into 30 equal pieces. On lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 9 inch rope. Bend into a pretzel shape.
Place 1 inch apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake 10 minutes or until firm to the touch.
Cool on wire rack. Sprinkle tops with sifted confectioners' sugar.
Makes 30.
Submitted by: CM
