CHINESE NEW YEAR ALMOND COOKIES
Since it is the beginning of the Chinese New Year tomorrow, I figured the almond cookie would be a great treat for the occasion. In my search for the perfect recipe, I stumbled upon an article written a couple years back in the San Francisco Chronicle. The author dismisses the use of the obligatory, whole almond (usually found in the center of the cookie) and instead provides a new twist. Using a mixture of Chinese five-spice powder, brown sugar, and crushed almonds, her recipe provides a nice topping that gives a kick with both sweet and spicy flavors. View the full recipe at http://www.bakesimple.com/cookies/chinese-almond-cookies/
Provided by bakesimple.com
Categories Dessert
Time 24m
Yield 24 cookies, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Sift together the flour, cream of tartar, salt and baking soda.
- Cream together the butter and sugar with a hand mixer. Blend in the beaten egg and almond extract. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix until the dough takes on a flaky, moist consistency. Gather the crumbly mixture together using your hands or a spatula.
- To make the topping, chop up the almonds (most easily done by hitting a few times with a mallet) and combine in a small bowl with the five-spice powder and brown sugar.
- To form the cookies, roll dough into 1 1/2-inch diameter balls between the palms of your hands. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten to about 1/2-inch thickness, lightly brush top with the egg wash and generously sprinkle with the topping. Bake for 11-12 minutes.
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Trina. Pardee Singh
[email protected]I can't wait to try these cookies!
Bhole Singh Tomar 001
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion.
Taylor Godell
[email protected]I love that these cookies are made with simple ingredients.
Sheeraz Ali
[email protected]These cookies are a great way to use up leftover egg whites.
Ask Me
[email protected]I'm so happy I found this recipe. These cookies are a new favorite of mine.
Arshad Zain
[email protected]These cookies are so flavorful, I can't get enough of them.
Madison Caudell
[email protected]I love the crispy texture of these cookies.
Loïs RIGAL
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect size for a snack or dessert.
Jay Bee
[email protected]I love that these cookies are made with almond flour. It makes them so healthy and delicious.
Hawary Hawary
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make, even a beginner can do it.
Huzaifa arif
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of almond cookies, but these are amazing!
Milly Mol
[email protected]These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.
Florin Szigheti
[email protected]I love the almond flavor in these cookies. It's so unique and delicious.
Imran Brothers
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect way to celebrate Chinese New Year!
Redneck Hillbilly
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! These cookies are now my go-to dessert.
Musaddaq Anwar
[email protected]These cookies were a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved them.
Maher Khalid
[email protected]I love these cookies! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.
Darius Florea
[email protected]These cookies are amazing! The almond flavor is so rich and the texture is perfect.
momen khan
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit! They're the perfect treat for any occasion.
Jony Babu
[email protected]These cookies are so delicious and easy to make! I love the almond flavor and the crispy texture.