**Almond Cookies: A delightful treat for any occasion**
Almond cookies are a classic Chinese pastry that are enjoyed by people of all ages. With their delicate almond flavor, crispy texture, and chewy center, these cookies are a popular choice for Lunar New Year celebrations, tea parties, and everyday snacking. This article presents three variations of almond cookies: the traditional Chinese almond cookies, a gluten-free version, and a vegan option. Each recipe is carefully explained with step-by-step instructions and detailed ingredient lists. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice cook, these recipes will guide you in creating delicious almond cookies that will impress your family and friends.
ALMOND COOKIES
Beverly Preston of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin started making Almond Cookies after enjoying similar ones at her favorite Chinese restaurant. "These crisp cookies have a wonderful almond flavor," she says.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, cream the shortening, 1/2 cup sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in remaining sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with the bottom of a glass. Press three almond slices into the center of each. , Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ALMOND COOKIES III
My Mom got this recipe many years from a Chinese man who lived across the street from us when I was growing up. They are very good cookies and so easy to make.
Provided by Anne
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and almond extract until smooth. Combine the flour and salt; stir into the butter mixture until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Drop cookies by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheets, and press down slightly with the bottom of a glass. Place a whole almond on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm. Remove cookies from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 133.7 mg, Sugar 12.8 g
ALMOND COOKIES
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 40m
Yield about 2 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract. Sift the flour over the top, add the salt and the chopped almonds and fold to combine.
- Pull off little pieces of the dough and roll them into balls about 1-inch in diameter, enclosing a whole almond in the center of each one. Place on an ungreased baking sheet and bake on the center rack of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until light brown. Transfer to racks to cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, roll 1/2 the cookies in the cocoa powder, and the remaining 1/2 in the confectioners' sugar. Serve warm or return to the rack to cool.
Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients: This will help the cookies come together more easily and will result in a more even bake.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and will prevent them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are just starting to brown: Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing: This will help them to keep their shape and will prevent them from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
Almond cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these delicious cookies that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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