Koulourakia (Greek Butter Cookies) Recipe

Name: Koulourakia (Greek Butter Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb butter or 1 lb margarine; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 2 egg yolks, beaten; 1/4 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 4 -5 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon baking soda; sesame seeds; beaten egg white

Servings: persons

1 lb butter or 1 lb margarine
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 egg yolks, beaten
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 -5 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
sesame seeds
beaten egg white

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.", "Line cookie sheets with parchment paper; set aside.", "In a large mixing bowl, cream butter& sugar until very light& fluffy.", "Add egg yolks, milk, baking powder, vanilla, cinnamon& baking soda; mix well.", "Gradually add flour, about 1 cup at a time, until dough is no longer sticky (dough should not stick to your hands, but should not be too dry).", "Dough should be easy to handle without chilling.", "Take a 1"" lump of dough, and roll into a 6"" log on work surface.", "Sprinkle a few sesame seeds on work surface; roll log over seeds.", "Form log into a ring or twist; place on parchment-lined cookie sheets.", "Brush each ring or twist with egg white.", "Bake 15-17 minutes or until light golden brown.", "Cool completely on wire rack.", "Store in airtight container."]

1557

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb butter or 1 lb margarine, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 egg yolks, beaten, 1/4 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Koulourakia (Greek Butter Cookies) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Koulourakia (Greek Butter Cookies)

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