Chinese Tea Cookie Recipe
If you want a tasty snack for your tea, try this Chinese Tea Cookie Recipe. These little treats aren't just sweet; they have lots of flavours and textures that can make your tea time extra special.
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 medium-sized Egg
- 1 cup Sugar
- Red food color
- 1 tbsp Baking soda
- 1 tbsp Almond extract
- Cream shortening and sugar
- 1 1/3 cups Shortening
- 1/2 tbsp Salt
Instructions
- Prepare a clean glass bowl. Sift flour, add baking soda, and sprinkle salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, then add almond extract. Combine with shortening and sugar. Incorporate the flour mixture.
- Mix well, form dough balls, and flatten into cookies. Create a centre dent, and add food colour.
- Arrange on a baking pan, and bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes.
- Once baked, cool, and store in an airtight container. Serve as needed.
Notes
- Ensure a smooth texture by sifting the flour to remove lumps.
- Use a measured amount of almond extract for a balanced flavour.