Chinese Sweet Almond Cookies Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🥄 Servings: 20 cookies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful taste of Chinese Sweet Almond Cookies with this easy-to-follow recipe. These cookies, infused with the aromatic essence of almonds, are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup shortening
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 20 whole almonds
Instructions:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease cookie sheets to prepare for baking.
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Creaming Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, sugar, egg, water, and almond extract until smooth and well combined.
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Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, stirring well after each addition.
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Coconut Addition: Once the dry ingredients are fully incorporated, fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Kneading Dough: Transfer the dough onto a clean, lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for a few moments until it becomes smooth and pliable.
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Shaping Cookies: Divide the dough into small, uniform-sized balls. Roll each ball between your palms to shape them evenly.
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Flattening Cookies: Place the shaped dough balls onto the prepared greased cookie sheets, leaving some space between each cookie. Using the bottom of a glass dipped in flour, gently flatten each cookie to your desired thickness.
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Almond Topping: Press a whole almond onto the center of each flattened cookie, gently embedding it into the dough.
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Baking: Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown.
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Cooling: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheets for a few minutes.
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Serve or Store: Transfer the cooled Chinese Sweet Almond Cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve these delightful treats as a snack or dessert, or store them in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Enjoy the delightful blend of almond flavor and sweetness in every bite of these Chinese Sweet Almond Cookies. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!
