Koulourakia (Greek Sesame Twist Cookies) Recipe

Name: Koulourakia (Greek Sesame Twist Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, room temperature (no subs); 6 tablespoons butter, room temperature (no subs); 1/4 cup oil (preferably vegetable oil); 1 1/2 tablespoons grated orange zest (can use more if desired); 1 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 large egg; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 4 cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1 egg, slightly beaten; sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, room temperature (no subs)
6 tablespoons butter, room temperature (no subs)
1/4 cup oil (preferably vegetable oil)
1 1/2 tablespoons grated orange zest (can use more if desired)
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 egg, slightly beaten
sesame seeds

1
Set oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Grease a cookie sheet/s.
3
In a bowl using an electric mixer beat 1/2 cup butter, 6 tablespoons butter, oil and orange zest until very well blended (about 4 minutes).
4
Add in 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, egg and vanilla; beat until blended (about 2 minutes).
5
In another bowl mix the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add into the creamed ingredients alternately with the orange juice.
6
Divide the dough into six balls.
7
Roll out one piece of dough on a lightly floured surface into about a 15-inch long rope.
8
Fold rope lengthwise in half.
9
Twist folded rope 4-5 times.
10
Place on the prepared baking sheet.
11
Brush the cookies with egg glaze and then sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
12
Bake for about 20 minutes or until light golden brown.
13
Cool completely before storing.

1235

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, room temperature (no subs), 6 tablespoons butter, room temperature (no subs), 1/4 cup oil (preferably vegetable oil), 1 1/2 tablespoons grated orange zest (can use more if desired), and more.

Yes, Koulourakia (Greek Sesame Twist 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 Sesame Twist Cookies)

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