Almond Dim Sum Cookies

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Almond Bliss Dim Sum Cookies bring the rich almond flavor to your table, a vegetarian treat inspired by traditional Chinese cuisine. With a charming red dot on top, these cookies are perfect for family gatherings or holiday celebrations. They are gluten-free and nut-friendly, making them a delightful addition to your baking repertoire.

These cookies boast a sweet, nutty flavor and a soft texture, making them versatile for any occasion. Enjoy them with tea, or serve them as a sweet snack throughout the day.

Overview

These delightful almond cookies are reminiscent of those found in Chinese dim sum restaurants, especially in Hawaii. With a rich almond flavor and a charming red dot on top, these cookies are a nostalgic treat that you can easily make at home. Perfect for family gatherings or as a sweet addition to your holiday baking list.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Eggs, Nuts, Gluten

Cuisine

Chinese

Serving Size: 24

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Cup vegetable shortening
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) vegetable shortening
• 1 Cup sugar
• 1 Large egg, whisked
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) almond extract
• 2.5 Cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Pinch red food coloring, to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a small bowl with a few drops of red food coloring and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the vegetable shortening and sugar until creamy. Add the whisked egg and almond extract, mixing well.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the sugar-shortening mixture until well combined.
4. Scoop a scant tablespoon of dough and form it into a walnut-sized ball. Place the ball onto an ungreased cookie sheet and press slightly with your thumb to create a flat spot on top.
5. Dip the end of a bamboo chopstick into the red food coloring and touch the center of each cookie to make a red dot.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cookies are slightly browned.
7. Allow the cookies to cool on a rack before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Almond Bliss Dim Sum Cookies!