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Honey Almond Cookies

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Hey everyone! I have a very special post to share with you today! To celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year, I have joined 15 other amazing bloggers to throw a Chinese New Year Cookie Party!

Celebrate Chinese New Year with these delicious Honey Almond Cookies! Softer and lighter than traditional ones, but every bit as delicious!

The Chinese New Year, is China’s most important and celebrated holiday. It’s marked by the lunisolar Chinese calendar, so the date changes from year-to-year. This year it falls on Monday, February 8th.

Traditions may vary greatly across different parts of China, but essentially it’s a time marked by auspicious customs and a time to honor ancestors. It’s also a time filled with family and lots of wonderful food.

Please check out these incredible cookie creations and have a very Happy New Year!

Vermillion Roots – Vegan Cornflake Cereal Cookies
The Missing Lokness – Fried Red Bean Puffs
Daily Cooking Quest – Chinese Peanut Cookies
The Curious Nut – Chocolate Almond Cookies
What to Cook Today – Tapioca Cookies
Butter & Type – Red Bean and Strawberry Pinwheel Cookies
Wok & Skillet – Pineapple Jam Tarts
Bams Kitchen – Sesame Spiral Pie Cookies
Brunch-n-Bites – Cherry Blossom Cookies
Miss Hangrypants – Mochi Stuffed Almond Cookies
Foodie Baker – Melt-in-the-Mouth Chinese Gluten-Free Peanut Cookies 
Omnivore’s Cookbook – Quinoa Sesame Brittle 
Yummy Workshop – Browned Butter Chinese Walnut Cookies
Thirsty for Tea – Macau Almond Cookies 
Created to Cook – The Ultimate Pecan Sandies

Celebrate Chinese New Year with these delicious Honey Almond Cookies! Softer and lighter than traditional ones, but every bit as delicious!

The party continues on social media! We’re on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter! Just use the hashtag #ChineseNewYearCookieParty and show us your cookie creations! 

 

Honey Almond Cookies
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
30 mins
Total time
40 mins
 
Celebrate Chinese New Year with these delicious Honey Almond Cookies! Softer and lighter than traditional ones, but every bit as delicious!
Author: Kathleen Hapa Nom Nom
Recipe type: Dessert
Serves: about 36 cookies
Ingredients
  • 3½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 cup butter, cut into pea-sized pieces
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons almond extract
  • almonds (about 36)
  • 1 large egg white for glazing
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a paddle attachment (or a standard large bowl if you don't a standing mixer), combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. On low speed, gradually add the pieces of butter. Once incorporated, add the eggs, honey, and almond extract. Beat until a smooth dough forms.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll a tablespoon of dough between the palm of your hands and place on the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. With the palm of your hand, gently flatten the ball of dough and place a single almond on top of each cookie.
  4. In a small bowl combine the egg white with 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the cookies with the egg wash and bake for 15 -18 minutes. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. (Refrigerate any remaining dough in between batches).
  5. Enjoy immediately or store in an air-tight container for several days.
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Celebrate Chinese New Year with these delicious Honey Almond Cookies! Softer and lighter than traditional ones, but every bit as delicious!

 

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Comments

  1. hipfoodiemom says

    February 4, 2016 at 6:12 am

    These were one of my fave cookies eating as a kid! I love this! and love the Chinese New Year Cookie Party! We’re celebrating with friends on Saturday!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 4, 2016 at 9:17 am

      I didn’t have them growing up, but my dad did, and that’s all I’ve heard the last two times I’ve seen him (guess I kinda made them for him) 🙂 Happy CNY, Alice! Hope you guys have a great time on Saturday! xo

      Reply
  2. Ann {Created To Cook} says

    February 3, 2016 at 8:34 am

    Hi Kathleen,
    Honey and almond is such a lovely combination… These look like the PERFECT cookie to go with a good cup of tea. I’m such a big fan of all the things you create.

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 4, 2016 at 9:20 am

      Thanks, Ann! The feeling’s mutual! It was so great to hang out at the conference. We’ll have to do some more of that at then next one 🙂

      Reply
  3. Mira says

    February 2, 2016 at 7:43 pm

    These look so pretty and delicious! Love the combination! Pinning to try them, since I love cookies! Can’t wait to check the other recipes out!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 4, 2016 at 9:22 am

      Thanks, Mira! I hope you enjoy them. Happy CNY!

      Reply
  4. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    February 2, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    So sweet and pretty! Nothing like a good cookie to start the year off right! Delicious!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 2:07 pm

      I couldn’t agree more 🙂

      Reply
  5. Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says

    February 2, 2016 at 9:05 am

    Well who doesn’t love a cookie party!?!? What a line-up. These almond cookies look fantastic and I love that they look elegant, but the recipe looks fairly simple.

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 2:07 pm

      Oh the recipe is super simple! Thanks so much, Marissa 🙂

      Reply
  6. Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says

    February 2, 2016 at 7:56 am

    Oh boy, love anything almond and honey. These cookies looks fabulous! Incredible pretty, perfect for any tea party!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 2:06 pm

      Yes, the honey and almond definitely pairs nicely with a nice hot cup of tea!

      Reply
  7. Anita says

    February 1, 2016 at 9:04 pm

    I always have a hard time choosing between the two “nuts” cookies between peanut and almond during CNY and ended up eating too much of both 😀 Love how your cookies turn out!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 2:01 pm

      Me too! They’re all so good, aren’t they?! 🙂

      Reply
  8. misshangrypants says

    February 1, 2016 at 4:41 pm

    Happy Chinese New year! These cookies look gorgeous!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 2:00 pm

      Happy CNY to you too! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    February 1, 2016 at 4:30 pm

    How fun! I do love cookies and there are so many delicious ones on this list! Happy Chinese New Year!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 1:46 pm

      Happy CNY to you too, Rachelle!

      Reply
  10. wokandskillet says

    February 1, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    Wow! These look amazing!! Never thought to add honey to this recipe. What a great idea! Can’t wait to try this out!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 1:45 pm

      Thanks so much! I had such a great time reading everyones awesome cookie recipes!

      Reply
  11. Maggie | Omnivore's Cookbook says

    February 1, 2016 at 3:03 pm

    I’ve been eating way too much cookies lately but now I want more! These are the most beautiful almond cookies ever! Thanks for sharing this beautiful recipe in our link part Kathleen 🙂
    Happy Chinese New Year!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 1:43 pm

      Happy Chinese New Year to you too! Everyone shared such incredible recipes, I’m just so glad I could be a part of it 🙂

      Reply
  12. Lokness says

    February 1, 2016 at 2:13 pm

    Kathleen, these cookies look like the snacks that I just need. The honey sounds like a really great addiction. DELISH!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 1:41 pm

      Thank you my dear 🙂

      Reply
  13. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    February 1, 2016 at 6:59 am

    Can we please make it the Chinese New year DAILY?! Because these cookies look beyond delicious, Kathleen!! LOVE the honey and almond combo going on here. I’m thinking these beauties are dangerous, because I want to eat a dozen at once! SO MUCH YUM! Cheers, my dear!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 12:06 pm

      Um yeah… I did eat about a dozen at one time 😛

      Reply
  14. Jasline @ Foodie Baker says

    February 1, 2016 at 1:37 am

    The addition of almond on top of the cookies make them look so festive! Wish I can have a tub of these to munch on!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 12:02 pm

      Thanks so much, Jasline!

      Reply
  15. Bonnie Eng says

    January 31, 2016 at 9:40 pm

    What awesome idea to use honey instead of sugar…I bet the texture of these is amazing! Beautiful post Kathleen, thanks for sharing! 🙂

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 11:59 am

      Thanks, Bonnie! The honey certainly adds a lovely subtle sweetness 🙂

      Reply
  16. Thao @ In Good Flavor says

    January 31, 2016 at 6:23 pm

    Happy New Year, Kathleen! These Honey Almond Cookies are cute and delicious! I’m going to check out the others in this collection now!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 11:58 am

      Happy New Year! You’re going to love the other cookie recipes – they all look incredible!

      Reply
  17. Betty says

    January 31, 2016 at 5:00 pm

    I love baking with honey, it adds such a nice floral flavour. Wish I could eat them off my computer screen!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 11:54 am

      Me too, Betty! Honey really does add such a wonderful flavor to baked goods!

      Reply
  18. Bam's Kitchen says

    January 31, 2016 at 4:11 pm

    Kathleen, I will need one of your delicious cookies for each hand. They look so delicious and are a big hit at any party celebration.

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      February 2, 2016 at 11:54 am

      Lol! Double-fisting cookies 😉

      Reply
  19. AiPing | Curious Nuts says

    January 31, 2016 at 11:13 am

    I’d like to just follow that cookie path and gobble em up while I walk it. :p

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      January 31, 2016 at 12:06 pm

      Ha! You’re right, it does looks like a trail of cookies 😛

      Reply
  20. Janette (@culinaryginger) says

    January 31, 2016 at 11:07 am

    Happy New Year! These look like delicious cookies. Honey and almond are a delicious combination.

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      January 31, 2016 at 12:06 pm

      Thanks so much, Janette! xoxo 🙂

      Reply
  21. thebrickkitchen says

    January 31, 2016 at 10:45 am

    Kathleen these look amazing! Sometimes a cookie with my morning coffee is just what I need haha – such a massive sweet tooth! Love how you have collaborated with other bloggers for the Chinese New Year, will have to check out everyone’s recipes 🙂 PS I am in love with the plate you put the cookies on – so beautiful!

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      January 31, 2016 at 12:08 pm

      Thanks, Claudia! I actually had a few with my coffee this morning – so I hear ya on a little sweet goodness to start the day 🙂 Oh and I got the plate at Crate and Barrel – love their stuff!

      Reply
  22. Christine | Vermilion Roots says

    January 31, 2016 at 8:31 am

    Kathleen, these cookies look so irresistible! They are going to be such a big hit at parties. Well, I know they won’t last very long around me. 🙂

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      January 31, 2016 at 12:10 pm

      Thanks, Christine! This was such a fun collaboration – thank you so much for thinking of me 🙂

      Reply
  23. Marvellina @ What To Cook Today says

    January 31, 2016 at 8:19 am

    Oh…love..love almond cookies (or anything with nuts actually 🙂 ) These look incredible as usual Kathleen.

    Reply
    • hapagirl says

      January 31, 2016 at 12:11 pm

      Thank you, Marvellina! Me too – I always have a big bag of unshelled nuts and a nut cracker handy for snacks 😉

      Reply

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