Almond cookies are a popular Chinese pastry that can be found in many Asian bakeries. They are made with almond flour, sugar, butter, and eggs, and are often flavored with vanilla extract or almond extract. Almond cookies III are a variation of the classic almond cookie recipe that uses three different types of nuts: almonds, walnuts, and pecans. These cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion.
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ALMOND COOKIES
Beverly Preston of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin started making Almond Cookies after enjoying similar ones at her favorite Chinese restaurant. "These crisp cookies have a wonderful almond flavor," she says.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, cream the shortening, 1/2 cup sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in remaining sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with the bottom of a glass. Press three almond slices into the center of each. , Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ALMOND COOKIES III
My Mom got this recipe many years from a Chinese man who lived across the street from us when I was growing up. They are very good cookies and so easy to make.
Provided by Anne
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and almond extract until smooth. Combine the flour and salt; stir into the butter mixture until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Drop cookies by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheets, and press down slightly with the bottom of a glass. Place a whole almond on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm. Remove cookies from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 133.7 mg, Sugar 12.8 g
ALMOND COOKIES
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 40m
Yield about 2 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract. Sift the flour over the top, add the salt and the chopped almonds and fold to combine.
- Pull off little pieces of the dough and roll them into balls about 1-inch in diameter, enclosing a whole almond in the center of each one. Place on an ungreased baking sheet and bake on the center rack of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until light brown. Transfer to racks to cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, roll 1/2 the cookies in the cocoa powder, and the remaining 1/2 in the confectioners' sugar. Serve warm or return to the rack to cool.
Tips:
- Use almond flour for the best flavor and texture. You can make your own almond flour by grinding almonds in a food processor until they are fine and powdery.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. They should be slightly soft in the center but not gooey.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them keep their shape and prevent them from becoming too soft.
Conclusion:
Almond cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a simple snack or a festive dessert, these cookies are sure to please everyone. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of almond cookies that will be enjoyed by all. So next time you are in the mood for something sweet, give these cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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