Here’s a wonderful idea — give your cookies a faith-based twist by adding scripture quotes of loving encouragement for a beautiful, uplifting touch! Here’s the recipe for faith-filled “fortunes.”
Faith & Blessings Fortune Cookies
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Servings: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons water
Directions
- Prepare the oven and pans:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Have a muffin tin ready to help hold the cookie shape as they cool. - Make the batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together egg whites and sugar until frothy but not stiff. Stir in melted butter, vanilla, and almond extract until smooth. - Combine dry ingredients:
In another bowl, sift together flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Add water one tablespoon at a time until the batter is thin and smooth, similar to pancake batter. - Bake the cookies:
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into a thin 4-inch circle. Bake only 2–3 cookies at a time (they harden quickly once baked). Bake for 7–8 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown. - Add faith-filled messages:
Remove one cookie from the oven. Quickly place a small slip of paper with a faith-filled message in the center. Fold the cookie in half, then gently bend the edges over the rim of a mug to form the classic fortune cookie shape. Place in a muffin tin to hold its shape while it cools. Repeat with remaining batter. - Cool and serve:
Let cookies cool completely until crisp. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Faith-Filled Message Ideas
Slip these messages into your cookies before folding:
- “God’s plans for you are filled with hope and a future. — Jeremiah 29:11”
- “You are fearfully and wonderfully made.”
- “Be still and know that He is God.”
- “Your blessings are on their way.”
- “Faith over fear — always.”
- “The joy of the Lord is your strength.”
- “Trust in His timing.”
- “A grateful heart brings peace.”
Cook’s Notes
- Write short fortunes on small slips of paper before starting; keep them nearby for quick placement.
- For a fun twist, dip cooled cookies in melted chocolate and add sprinkles.
