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Published: Nov 20, 2013 · Modified: Jun 16, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

Almond Cookies

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Desserts are not common in Chinese culture, at least not the elaborate desserts that we are used to in the U.S. I thought about making Fortune Cookies and writing my own love notes, but that would be more fun on a "real" date! So I went with one of my favorites, Almond Cookies.

Almond Cookies by cookingwithcurls.com

Cassi wanted me to make Caramel Apple Slices, and that was the plan.....until I realized that they are fried! I mistakenly thought that she would not want something deep fried.....I was wrong.....ooops! Maybe next time. 😉

I used to love getting Chinese take-out when I was growing up, those pink spareribs were my favorite!! One of my other favorite parts, was to get an Almond Cookie out of the glass jar on the counter. I have not seen Almond Cookies since I left California, so naturally I decided to make my own!

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How to make Almond Cookies:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl, beat together the shortening and sugars until fluffy.

Add the egg and almond extract, and beat until well blended.

Sift flour, salt, and baking powder together and add to the mixture. Blend well.

Roll one Tablespoon of dough into a ball, or use a small cookie scoop. Place balls 2 inches apart on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Press down to for a 2-inch round cookie. Flatten with the back of a glass or measuring cup.....

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Press one almond into the center of each cookie.

Whisk egg yolk and water together in a small bowl. Brush mixture over top of each cookie.

Bake until lightly browned, 10 - 12 minutes. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.

Store in an airtight container.

I seem to remember the Almond Cookies from my early days being orange? Does anyone else remember that? Oh well, these are quite delicious.....orange or not!

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My night would not be complete without one more look at my imaginary date Ian.....

Ian Kiss Me

These cookies are dessert for our Sagittarius meal which consists of:  Lychee Martini, Paper Wrapped Chicken, Chicken Chow Mein and Egg Foo Young for breakfast.

Enjoy!!

Almond Cookies on a plate © COOKING WITH CURLS

Almond Cookies

These traditional Chinese Almond Cookies are just like the ones you find in a Chinese restaurant. They are light and flaky with a subtle almond flavor!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: cookies, recipe, almond
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 24 Servings
Calories: 45kcal
Author: Lisa Johnson

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup lard or Crisco shortening
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/8 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 1/8 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/16 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 24 whole blanched almonds
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 Tablespoon water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, beat together the shortening and sugars until fluffy.
  • Add the egg and almond extract, and beat until well blended
  • Sift flour, salt, and baking powder together and add to the mixture. Blend well.
  • Roll one Tablespoon of dough into a ball, or use a small cookie scoop. Place balls 2 inches apart on parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Press down to for a 2-inch round cookie.
  • Press one almond into the center of each cookie.
  • Whisk egg yolk and water together in a small bowl. Brush mixture over top of each cookie.
  • Bake until lightly browned, 10 - 12 minutes. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 31mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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  1. Rhonda says

    November 20, 2013 at 9:26 pm

    Those cookies look great to me. I love almonds...and cookies.

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  2. Cindy Eikenberg says

    November 21, 2013 at 6:10 am

    Lisa, these cookies look so good and I love almond! I DO remember the cookies being orange - we probably are better off not knowing why! 😉 Thanks for sharing the recipe - pinning! Have a great Thursday!

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  3. Marcie@flavorthemoments says

    November 21, 2013 at 9:56 am

    These cookies look so nice and golden brown. I just love almond cookies!

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  4. Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says

    December 02, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    These cookies look fantastic Lisa, love how simple they are and LOVE the new header! 🙂 Thanks for sharing, pinned!

    Reply
  5. Gloria // Simply Gloria says

    December 03, 2013 at 6:18 pm

    I love your random pics of Ian! Love how gorgeous these cookies are, Lisa! Hope you don't mind that I'm going to be featuring this recipe on 12/4...love these!

    Reply
  6. Julia says

    December 04, 2013 at 9:37 am

    I love almond cookies! Thanks for the recipe and the tips for success!

    Reply
  7. Heather @ French Press says

    December 04, 2013 at 9:49 am

    I LOVE these cookies! such a fun idea

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  8. Sarah says

    December 05, 2013 at 9:18 pm

    I love almond cookies! They are my husband's favorite part of Chinese take out. Thank you for the recipe I will be trying these.

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  9. Cynthia says

    December 07, 2013 at 10:16 pm

    I absolutely love almond cookies. Thank you for linking to the In and Out of the Kitchen Link Party. I look forward to seeing you next week.

    Reply
  10. Diane Balch says

    December 08, 2013 at 9:51 am

    I never realized that Chinese make almond cookies… they are such a big part of Italian dessert tradition… interesting connection, you know the Marco Polo pasta thing etc..

    Reply

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