Chinese Almond Cookies
These sweet Chinese almond cookies are a popular bakery treat, easily made at home.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 325 F.
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Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl.
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In a separate bowl, beat butter, shortening, and sugar.
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Mix in egg and almond extract until blended.
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Combine the wet ingredients with the flour mixture and mix well; the dough will be crumbly.
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Form the mixture into dough, then shape into two 10 to 12-inch logs.
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Wrap and refrigerate the logs for 2 hours.
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Score one log at 3/4-inch intervals to create 15 pieces, then cut.
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Roll each piece into a ball and place on a lightly-greased cookie tray, 1 1/2-inches apart.
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Press an almond into the center of each cookie. Repeat with the remaining dough.
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Lightly brush each cookie with beaten egg.
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Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown.
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Cool the cookies before serving or storing.