Fortune Cookie

A fortune cookie is a crisp, sweet cookie traditionally served at the end of a meal in Chinese restaurants in the United States. Inside, it contains a small slip of paper with a message that may include a fortune, a piece of advice, or a motivational quote. Although often associated with Chinese cuisine, fortune cookies originated in Japan and became popular in America. They are primarily a fun, playful way to add an element of surprise and entertainment to dining experiences, rather than a traditional Chinese custom.