Chinese Almond Cookies Recipe

Name: Chinese Almond Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, room temperature; 1 cup sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 2 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 large egg yolk; 1 tablespoon milk; 32 -35 blanched whole almonds (use enough whole almonds for each cookie); 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon milk
32 -35 blanched whole almonds (use enough whole almonds for each cookie)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

1
Set oven to 325 degrees.
2
In a large bowl with a mixer at medium speed beat butter and sugar until creamy (about 4 minutes).
3
Add in whole egg and almond extract and beat until well blended.
4
In a small bowl mix together flour and baking powder; add to the creamed mixture and mix until combined.
5
Shape the dough into about 1-inch balls, then flatten slightly with hands.
6
Place on a large buttered baking sheet.
7
In a small bowl beat the egg yolk with milk until blended; brush the cookies with the egg mixture (discard any remaining mixture).
8
Press 1 whole almond in the center of each cookie then sprinkle with about 1/8 teaspoon sesame seeds.
9
Bake for about 15-18 minutes.
10
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets then use a spatula to transfer to racks to cool completely.

5631

kcal

Calories

456

Fat

287

Carbs

184

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, room temperature, 1 cup sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon almond extract, and more.

Yes, Chinese 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.

Chinese Almond Cookies

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