Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Fortune cookie fortunes (as desired)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
5-7 minutes per batch
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in chopped nuts, if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and place each cookie on a slotted spoon. Immediately fold the cookie in half and place a fortune inside.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Per cookie without nuts)
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Crisp and golden brown exterior
- Chewy and slightly sweet interior
- Filled with a traditional fortune cookie fortune
- Perfect for an elegant dessert or after-dinner treat
User Comments:
- "These fortune cookies are absolutely delicious! They're just like the ones I get at my favorite Chinese restaurant."
- "I love the crispy texture and the subtle sweetness. The fortunes are a fun and unexpected touch."
- "These cookies are so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again and again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overbake the cookies, as they will become dry and brittle.
- If the dough becomes too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Fortune cookie fortunes can be found online or in Asian grocery stores.
- Serve fortune cookies with tea or coffee for a complete dessert experience.
