Velvet Fudge Cake
["1 1/2 c. blanched slivered almonds", "1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips", "1 pkg. chocolate fudge or chocolate cake mix (without pudding)", "1 pkg. chocolate flavor instant pudding and pie filling (4 serving size)", "4 eggs", "1 c. (1/2 pt.) sour cream", "1/2 c. water", "1/4 c. oil", "1/2 tsp. vanilla", "1/2 tsp. almond extract"]
["Chop almonds and toast at 350\u00b0 for 3 to 5 minutes."]
["blanched slivered almonds", "chocolate chips", "chocolate fudge", "chocolate flavor", "eggs", "sour cream", "water", "oil", "vanilla", "almond extract"]