Chinese Harvest Moon Cookies
Celebrate the season with these delightful Chinese Harvest Moon Cookies, a buttery treat inspired by the enchanting Mid-Autumn Festival. Infused with the rich flavors of almond and a touch of vanilla, these delicate cookies offer a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture complemented by a decorative topping of sliced almonds. Crafted with a blend of all-purpose and almond flour, they're easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, making them the perfect go-to for holiday gatherings or a cozy tea-time indulgence. Whether you're honoring tradition or simply craving a nutty, golden treat, these cookies capture the warmth and nostalgia of autumn in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams almond flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg white
- 50 grams sliced almonds
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the mixture. Beat until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 6
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Gently flatten each cookie ball with the palm of your hand to create a disc shape.
Step 8
In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg white. Brush the top of each cookie with a thin layer of egg white.
Step 9
Press a few sliced almonds onto the top of each cookie for decoration.
Step 10
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 11
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 12
Serve and enjoy these buttery, almond-flavored cookies during your autumn celebrations or any time of the year.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (576.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2612.0 |
| Total Fat 155.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 62.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 439.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1263.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 275.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 105.3g | |
| Protein 48.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 333.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 703.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories