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Panda Express Fortune Cookies – Copycat Recipe
Panda Express Fortune Cookies – Copycat Recipe
Recreate the magic of Panda Express fortune cookies right in your kitchen! These crispy, sweet treats are perfect for any occasion and filled with personalized fortunes. 🍪✨
Recipe Details
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| Servings | 12 cookies |
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fortune messages (printed on small strips of paper)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the egg whites, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and almond extract until combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Drop a tablespoon of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it into a thin circle (about 3 inches wide).
- Bake for about 5 minutes, or until the edges start to brown.
- Quickly remove the cookies from the oven, place a fortune in the center, and fold the cookie in half to form a semicircle.
- Gently pinch the ends to create the fortune cookie shape.
- Repeat with remaining batter, baking in batches.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 50 calories |
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| Fat | 2g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 10g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 1g protein |
Handy Tips
- Make sure to work quickly when shaping the cookies; they harden fast.
- If you’re having difficulty folding, consider using a muffin tin to hold the shape while cooling.
Ingredient Swaps
- All-Purpose Flour: Can be substituted with almond flour for a gluten-free version.
- Sugar: Use coconut sugar or a sugar substitute for a healthier option.