Description
Create crispy, homemade fortune cookies with personalized fortunes inside! This easy-to-follow recipe gives you a fun way to add a sweet surprise to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (5 oz by weight)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk egg whites until frothy, then stir in sugar, melted butter, vanilla, almond extract, and water.
- Sift in flour and mix until smooth.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto baking sheets, flattening them into thin circles.
- Bake for 7-9 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Once slightly cooled, place fortunes inside and fold into a crescent shape.
- Cool completely on a rack.
Notes
- Work quickly while folding the cookies to prevent them from hardening.
- Use thin paper for fortunes to ensure they fit perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes