Fortune Cookies II

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 12

Fortune Cookies II Recipe: A Fun and Easy Dessert Treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

5-7 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

140

Sugar

Fat

Fortune Cookies are a popular Chinese-American creation that has become a beloved classic at restaurants and celebrations. These edible messages have been around since the early 1900s and are said to have been first made by a Japanese immigrant living in California. As these cookies became more popular, they were adopted as a unique way to share thoughtful messages with loved ones and friends during special occasions like weddings, graduations, and birthdays.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the sifted flour, salt, cornstarch, and white sugar. Mix well.
2.	In a separate bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, egg whites, and water.
3.	Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients slowly, stirring until combined.
4.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
5.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6.	Drop the batter onto the parchment paper in tablespoon-sized mounds, spacing them about 3 inches apart.
7.	Use the back of a spoon to spread each mound into a thin circle, about 3 inches in diameter.
8.	Bake for 5-7 minutes until the edges of each cookie turn golden brown.
9.	Remove the cookies from the oven and quickly fold each cookie in half, then gently bend it to form a classic fortune cookie shape.
10.	Place a fortune inside each cookie and press the edges together gently.
11.	Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.

PROS

Fortune Cookies are an easy and fun treat to make at home, great for parties and special events.

The cookies are light, crispy, and have a subtle buttery flavor that pairs well with the sweet fortune message inside.

This recipe is a creative way to add a personalized touch to any celebratory occasion.

CONS

Fortune Cookies can be finicky to shape and fold properly, so this recipe may require a bit of practice.

These cookies are very low in nutrients and can be high in calories and sugar if not consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fortune Cookies are not particularly healthy but they can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The egg whites used in this recipe are high in protein, which can help to build and repair body tissues.
The cornstarch in this recipe helps thicken fillings and sauces and can be a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour.

	1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	2 tablespoons cornstarch
	6 tablespoons white sugar
	7 tablespoons vegetable oil
	1/3 cup egg whites
	3 tablespoons water