CHINESE ALMOND COOKIES
This recipe is by Sou Chan. This recipe seems to be a little more authentic then other recipes I have come across. A little extra work but well worth it. Cookie yield will depend on size. Preparation time includes blanching and roasting almonds. You can grind the almonds in the food processor to a somewhat fine consistency. (not powdered) How to's to blanch and roast almonds listed at the end of the recipe.
Provided by Silent Rain
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 24-36 cookies, 24-36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Sift rice flour and sugar together. Mix with the almonds. Work the butter smoothly into the mixture. Add a few drops of water if needed to hold the dough together.
- Shape into small balls and place on greased cookie sheet, leaving plenty of space around each cookie. Press an almond into the top of each one. Bake in a moderate oven (350 F) about 15 minutes, or till golden brown.
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- To blanch almonds-.
- Place almonds in a bowl.
- Pour boiling water to barely cover almonds.
- Let the almonds sit for 1 minute and no longer.
- Drain, rinse under cold water, and drain again.
- Pat dry and slip the skins off.
- (Don't let almonds sit in hot water too long or they will lose their crispness).
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- To roast almonds-.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spread nuts in one layer on ungreased shallow baking pan.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden.
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Farzana Sajjadi
[email protected]These cookies are a bit too crumbly. I'll try chilling the dough for longer next time.
Sweet Love
[email protected]These cookies are a bit dry. I'll try adding some butter or oil next time.
Brandon Brown
[email protected]These cookies are too sweet for my taste. I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Sritir Pata02
[email protected]These cookies are a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some spices or extracts next time.
Star captain Inspire
[email protected]These cookies are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a fun and easy project to do with kids.
Athandwe Nazo
[email protected]I love the crispy texture of these cookies! They're the perfect treat for a party or potluck.
Tr3vor L.
[email protected]These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth it! They're so delicious and unique.
Sopy Samai
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.
Ayan Khan
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for the holidays! They're festive and delicious.
Zafarullah Bhatti
[email protected]I made these cookies for my family and they loved them! They're a great snack or dessert.
Yeahnothanks10
[email protected]These cookies were easy to make and turned out great! I love the almond flavor.
Dino Dino
[email protected]These cookies were a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try adding a little bit of butter next time.
Waseem Attari
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Charity Mandir
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of almond cookies, but these were actually really good! The almond flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and the cookies are nice and chewy.
Adana Adan
[email protected]These are the best almond cookies I've ever had! The recipe is easy to follow and the cookies turn out perfect every time. I highly recommend them.
Saraswati Saphi
[email protected]I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again.
Ajay Doley
[email protected]These cookies are SO good! They're crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a sweet almond flavor. I love the addition of the almond extract and almond slices - it really makes the cookies special.