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Nankin's Almond Cookies

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Served at the Nankin Cafe in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Servings 24

Ingredients

  • 1¾ cups flour
  • ½ cup sugar
  • pinch of baking powder
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 24 halved or whole almonds

Instructions

  • Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder together. Work in the shortening. Mix in egg and extract. The dough will be very dry.
  • Chill for 1 hour.
  • Roll into 1-inch balls. Place on lightly greased baking sheets. Press down a little bit with either a half or whole almond.
  • Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes.