Description
A traditional Chinese almond cookie recipe that combines a crunchy texture with a rich almond flavor, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
2 cups almond flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon almond extract
Garnish:
Whole almonds
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
1. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add egg and almond extract, mixing until combined.
Combine Ingredients:
1. Whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
2. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, stirring to form a dough.
Shape and Bake:
1. Form dough balls and place on a baking sheet.
2. Press an almond into the center of each.
3. Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute sugar with coconut sugar. Ensure to chill the dough to prevent spreading.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chinese almond cookie, almond cookie recipe, gluten-free cookies