Chinese Orange-Almond Cookies

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 14
Chinese Orange-Almond Cookies, A Sweet Treat With A Twist
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Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter , room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped blanched almond
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
36 blanched whole almonds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
36
Calories
120
Sugar
9g
Fat
7g
Chinese Orange-Almond Cookies are a twist on classic almond cookies and are a popular treat during the Chinese New Year. They are also known as 'lucky cookies' and are often given as gifts to wish good fortune and prosperity to loved ones. These cookies have a delightful orange flavor and a satisfying almond crunch, which makes them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6.Fold in the chopped almonds and orange zest.
7.Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
8.Press a whole almond into the center of each ball, flattening the dough slightly.
9.Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10.Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These cookies have a unique blend of orange and almond flavors and a satisfying crunch from the chopped almonds.

The recipe is easy to follow and the cookies are perfect for snacking or as a treat with tea or coffee.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe calls for blanched almonds, which can be more expensive than regular almonds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite their high sugar content, these cookies contain vitamin E and protein from the almonds.
Orange zest is also a good source of vitamin C, which supports immune function and skin health.
However, these health benefits are not enough to consider these cookies a healthy snack.

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