Koulourakia Recipe

Name: Koulourakia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 eggs (reserve one yolk for glaze); 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp. baking powder; 1 orange, finely grated rind from; 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 tbsp. fresh squeezed orange; lemon juice; Sesame seeds (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs (reserve one yolk for glaze)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 orange, finely grated rind from
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. fresh squeezed orange
lemon juice
Sesame seeds (optional)

1
Cream butter.
2
Add sugar gradually and cream together thoroughly.
3
Add eggs, reserving one yolk for glaze.
4
Beat well.
5
Blend in juice, vanilla, and grated rind.
6
Stir in dry ingredients.
7
Knead well until dough is smooth and does not stick to your fingers.
8
Pinch off pieces and roll on board lightly by hand to desired length.
9
Fold in half and make into braided twists.
10
Place on cookie sheet.
11
Add a few drops of cold water to egg yolk and beat.
12
Brush tops of koulourakia with yolk mixture.
13
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
14
Bake at 350F for approximately 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
15
Place on cookie rack to cool.
16
Store in airtight container

921

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 eggs (reserve one yolk for glaze), 3 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Koulourakia falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Koulourakia

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