China Almond Cookies Recipe

Name: China Almond Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup lard or solid shortening; 1/2 cup sugar granulated; 1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed; 1 each eggs; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 2 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 60 whole almonds blanched; 1 each egg yolks; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

1 cup lard or solid shortening
1/2 cup sugar granulated
1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed
1 each eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
60 whole almonds blanched
1 each egg yolks
2 tablespoons water

1
In a large bowl, cream lard and both sugars until fluffy.
2
Add egg and almond extract; beat until well blended.
3
Sift flour with salt and baking powder.
4
Add to creamed mixture; mix well.
5
To shape each cookie, roll 1 tablespoon of dough into a ball.
6
Place balls 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
7
Gently down on each ball, making a 2-inch round.
8
Press an almond in center of each round.
9
In a small bowl, beat egg yolk with water; brush mixture over top of each cookie.
10
Bake in a 350F (180C) oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
11
Transfer cookies to wire racks and let cool completely.
12
Store in an airtight container.
13
SESAME COOKIES: Follow directions for Almond Cookies, but substitute about 1/4 cup sesame seeds for almonds.
14
To shape each cookie, roll a ball of dough between your palms to make a 2-inch round.
15
Brush egg yolk mixture on one side of each round, then dip coated side in sesame seeds.
16
Place cookies on baking sheets seeded side up.

9160

kcal

Calories

756

Fat

421

Carbs

329

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup lard or solid shortening, 1/2 cup sugar granulated, 1/4 cup brown sugar firmly packed, 1 each eggs, and more.

Yes, China Almond Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

China Almond Cookies

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