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 c. Crisco; 1 c. sugar; 1 egg; 1 tsp. almond extract; 2 c. flour; pinch of salt; 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar; 1 tsp. baking soda; sliced almonds or white sesame seed; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1
Cream
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Crisco and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add an egg and almond extract;
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beat well.
5
Sift dry ingredients and add
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to creamed mixture.
7
Shape into small balls and place on ungreased cookie
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sheet.
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Press
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top
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of
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cookie slightly and brush
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top with beaten egg.
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Press sliced almond on center or sprinkle with sesame
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seed.
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Bake
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in
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375u00b0 oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until light brown.

750

kcal

Calories

Fat

152

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 c. Crisco, 1 c. sugar, 1 egg, 1 tsp. 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Almond Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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