A plate of freshly baked Macau almond cookies with a delicate almond imprint, accompanied by a cup of Chinese tea on a wooden table.
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Macau-Style Almond Cookies: A Delicate Melt-in-Your-Mouth Treat!

Macau Almond Cookies: The Authentic Recipe for a Traditional Delight

Recipe by eva@becomingsolo.com
Course: DessertCuisine: Macau
Servings

20

cookies
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes
Calories

80

kcal
Total time

35

minutes

Ingredients

  • Dry Ingredients:
  • 1 cup (120g) almond flour (finely ground)

  • 1 cup (120g) mung bean flour (or substitute with cornstarch if unavailable)

  • 1⁄2 cup ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar

  • 1⁄2 teaspoon salt

  • 1⁄2 teaspoon baking powder

  • Wet Ingredients:
  • 1⁄4 cup (60ml) melted butter or lard

  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1⁄4 cup (60ml) water (adjust as needed)

  • **Optional Topping:
  • 1⁄4 cup toasted almond slices for garnish

Directions

  • Prepare the Dry Mixture
  • Toast the almond flour: In a dry pan over medium-low heat, toast the almond flour for 3-5 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it. Let it cool.
  • Sift the mung bean flour to remove lumps, then mix it with the toasted almond flour.
  • Add powdered sugar, salt, and baking powder to the dry mixture and whisk well.
  • Combine the Wet Ingredients
  • In a small bowl, mix melted butter (or lard), vegetable oil, almond extract, and water.
  • Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients while stirring. The dough should hold its shape when pressed together. If too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time.
  • Shape the Cookies
  • Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough to about ½-inch (1 cm) thick.
  • Use a cookie mold or round cutter to shape the cookies. Press an almond slice on top if desired.
  • Bake to Perfection
  • Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  • Line a baking tray with parchment paper and arrange the cookies with space in between.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges turn slightly golden but the top remains pale.
  • Cool & Enjoy
  • Remove from the oven and let them cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Serve with tea or store in an airtight container for up to one week.

Notes

  • 💡 Pro Tips:
    ✔️ Traditional Touch: If you have a moon cake press, use it for authentic shapes!
    ✔️ Texture Tip: The cookies should be dry yet crumbly—not chewy!
    ✔️ Storage: Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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