Koulourakia
Koulourakia is a traditional Greek butter cookies that are typically made during Easter and other special occasions. They are shaped into various designs like twists, braids, or loops, and are often flavored with orange zest, vanilla, or other aromatic ingredients. The cookies are deliciously buttery and have a slightly sweet taste, making them a popular treat in Greek cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 orange zest
- 1 egg beaten, (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Take a small piece of dough and roll it into a rope about 5 inches long. Shape the rope into a twist, braid, or loop and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Repeat with the remaining dough, spacing the cookies a few inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the cookies with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
- Allow the Koulourakia to cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 369kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 49g (16%)Protein: 6g (12%)Fat: 17g (26%)Saturated Fat: 10g (63%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 82mg (27%)Sodium: 36mg (2%)Potassium: 67mg (2%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 17g (19%)Vitamin A: 536IU (11%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 29mg (3%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
