Top 6 Easy Chinese Cookies and other Holiday Recipes

I was at the Asian grocery store yesterday, purchasing Chinese dates, peen tong brown candy, glutinous rice flour and other food to get ready for the New Year season. But before I tackle harder to make Chinese sweets, like Sesame Seed Balls, I’m going to start with easier to make baked items. These top 6 recipes for Chinese cookies, cake and other Chinese-inspired treats will add something extra to your holiday celebrations. If you’re not a whiz with a wok, don’t worry – these recipes are easy to make and don’t require a knowledge of deep-frying or other traditional Chinese cooking techniques. The only requirement is a love of baking!

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