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CHINESE ALMOND COOKIES



Chinese Almond Cookies image

Each Christmas, my mother baked these Chinese almond cookies and stored them in clean coffee cans. When she passed away, I started giving our kids a can of these sentimental sweets. (Traditional Chinese almond cookies typically use lard, but butter is a great substitute if you don't have lard on hand.) -Jane Garing, Talladega, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1 large egg white
1/2 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and extract. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten slightly with a fork. Sprinkle with almonds, pressing to adhere as needed. In a small bowl, beat egg white and water. Brush over cookies. , Bake until edges and bottoms are lightly browned, 14-16 minutes. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHINESE ALMOND COOKIES



Chinese Almond Cookies image

Chinese almond cookies are buttery, sweet cookies similar to sugar cookies but made with almond flour for a unique, nutty flavor. They're a must for Chinese New Year!

Provided by Garrett McCord

Categories     Dessert     Cookie     Almond     Chinese     Cookie

Time 2h35m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/3 cups of almond flour , lightly packed
1 cup of unsalted butter, chilled and cut into cubes
Pinch of kosher salt
2 eggs
1 teaspoon of almond extract
1 3/4 cups of flour
1 cup + 2 tablespoons of sugar
1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
Thinly sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Add one of the eggs and the almond extract: Mix them in on low speed until just incorporated.
  • Preheat the oven and prep the baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Beat the remaining egg: In a small bowl, beat the remaining egg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 15 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 5 g, ServingSize Makes 4 to 5 dozen cookies, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHINESE ORANGE-ALMOND COOKIES



Chinese Orange-Almond Cookies image

Make and share this Chinese Orange-Almond Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped blanched almond
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
36 blanched whole almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter 2 cookie sheets.
  • Place butter and sugar in mixter bowl and beat until light and fluffy. Add 1 egg and continue beating until completely blended.
  • Sift flour, baking soda and salt onto sheet of waxed paper and gradually mix in butter mixture. Add chopped almonds, orange zest, and vanill and mix just until blended.
  • Drop dough by rounded teaspoon 1 inch apart onto prepared cookie sheets. Dip thumb in flour and make indentation in center of each cookie.
  • Beat remaining egg and lightly brush over each cookie, using pastry brush. Place whole almond in each indentation.
  • Bake until cookies are puffed and edges are golden brown, about 12 minutes. Let cool slightly on cookie sheets, then remove to wire racks to cool completely. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.8, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 55, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 2

CHINESE ALMOND COOKIES



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Almond cookies like these are thought to resemble coins, making them particularly popular as a symbol of good fortune during the Chinese New Year. Traditional recipes are made with lard and flavored with almond extract. We used butter and almond flour in these to boost the nutty flavor and create a crumbly texture similar to pecan sandies. Enjoy them year-round, particularly with a cup of tea or coffee.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 15 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
1/3 cup almond flour (or almond meal)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 large egg yolks, at room temperature
15 whole blanched almonds

Steps:

  • Sift the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking soda and salt together into a large bowl. Whisk any bits of almond flour left in the sifter into the sifted flour mixture.
  • Combine the butter and sugar together in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add the almond extract and 1 egg yolk and beat until the mixture is smooth and combined, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Reduce the speed to medium low, add the flour mixture and beat until no streaks of flour remain, about 2 minutes.
  • Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • When ready to bake, position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • Whisk together the remaining egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Scoop the dough by tablespoons (you can use a 1/2-ounce ice cream scoop) and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Roll each scoop into a ball and return it to the baking sheet. Flatten each with your palm into a 2-inch round. Gently press an almond onto each and brush with the egg wash.
  • Bake, rotating the baking sheet halfway through, until the cookies are golden brown on the edges, 16 to 18 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 10 minutes.
  • Store the cookies in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

FAMOUS CHINESE ALMOND COOKIES



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This is the recipe my Grandmother has been using for a very long time. She's not sure where it originated. She says the margarine is important-no subs. The original recipe has you cut the ingredients together but she achieves the same results using a mixer. These end up with a soft crumby texture.

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 46-48 cookies, 46 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces margarine, softened (2 cubes, no subs)
2 1/2 cups flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
1 egg, slightly beaten
2 teaspoons almond extract
1/4 cup blanched slivered almond
1 egg yolk, beaten with
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Lightly grease 2 baking sheets and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl with an electric mixer, beat together margarine, flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar until it resembles crumbs.
  • Beat in egg and almond extract until a smooth dough is achieved.
  • Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place on baking sheets 2 inches apart.
  • Press your thumb in the middle of each dough ball and place 2-3 slivered almonds in the indentations.
  • Beat egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of water and brush mixture over the top of the unbaked cookies.
  • Bake cookies for 15 minutes.
  • Let cool on baking racks or flattened paper bags.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.8, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 7.7, Sodium 87.5, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 4.4, Protein 1.1

CHINESE RESTAURANT ALMOND COOKIES



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It's been said that the lard is what produces the traditional taste. However, if desired, butter or margarine may be substituted for very satisfactory results.

Provided by Rosina

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 55m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ¾ cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup lard
1 egg
1 teaspoon almond extract
48 almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Sift flour, sugar, baking soda and salt together into a bowl. Cut in the lard until mixture resembles cornmeal. Add egg and almond extract. Mix well.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Set them 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Place an almond on top of each cookie and press down to flatten slightly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges of the cookies are golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 38.9 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

CRISPY ORANGE-ALMOND COOKIES



Crispy Orange-Almond Cookies image

I like to serve these light crispy cookies with ice cream or sherbet. The recipe is a personal favorite because it came from a good friend.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange juice, peel and extract. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in almonds. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts :

CHINESE ALMOND COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Chinese Almond Cookies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, sugar, large egg, large egg yolks, almond extract, all-purpose flour, baking soda, kosher salt, water, red food coloring

Provided by Frank Tiu

Categories     Desserts

Yield 25 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 ½ cups sugar
1 large egg
2 large egg yolks, divided
2 teaspoons almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon water
1 teaspoon red food coloring

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together with an electric hand mixer for 5 minutes, or until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg, then 1 egg yolk, beating to incorporate after each addition.
  • Add the almond extract and beat to combine.
  • Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt into the bowl and beat for 3 minutes, or until a crumbly dough forms.
  • Turn out the dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap and fold the wrap over the dough on all 4 sides to create a square dough block about ½ inch (1 ¼ cm) thick. Refrigerate the dough for 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 325˚F (165˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Unwrap the dough on a cutting board and cut into 25 cubes.
  • Roll the dough cubes into balls, then flatten slightly and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, beat the remaining egg yolk with the water.
  • Brush a thick layer of egg wash onto the cookies.
  • Add the red food coloring to a small bowl. Dip the thicker end of a wooden chopstick into the food coloring and make a dot in the center of each cookie.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, or until the cookies are golden.
  • Let the cookies cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 5 grams

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