Delicious Chinese Almond Cookies Recipe – Easy to Make

Chinese Almond Cookies — a chinese recipe (biscuits and cookies) with 11 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

50

Total Time (min)

36

servings

151

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Chinese Almond Cookies Recipe – Easy to Make

Ingredients

Servings:
36
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

9 steps

  1. Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Ensure the oven is fully preheated for even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

    Whisking helps to aerate the flour for a lighter cookie.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar

    In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

    Use room temperature butter for best results.
  4. Add Egg and Extracts

    Beat in the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract until well combined.

    Mix until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

    Do not overmix to keep cookies tender.
  6. Shape Cookies

    Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and shape into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet.

    Leave space between cookies as they spread while baking.
  7. Add Almonds

    Press a few sliced almonds into the top of each cookie.

    This adds flavor and a decorative touch.
  8. Bake Cookies

    Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden.

    Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
  9. Cool and Dust

    Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

    Cool completely for the best texture.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Low Potassium, Kidney-Friendly, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Peanut-Free, Soy-Free. Diet: Low-Sodium

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 5 days in an airtight container

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Freezer

Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge

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Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.

What to Serve With

Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Steamed jasmine rice
🍽️Stir-fried vegetables
🍽️Egg drop soup

About This Dish

Delicious Chinese Almond Cookies Recipe – Easy to Make is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 50 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

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Nutrition Facts

36 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories120kcal
Total Fat6gg
Sodium50mgmg
Total Carbohydrates15gg
Dietary Fiber0gg
Total Sugars7gg
Protein2gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineChinese
Meal TypeSnack