Koulourakia - Greek Traditional Easter Cookies

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   ["Mix the flour with baking powder.

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   Dissolve baking soda in the lemon juice.", "In a mixer's bowl add the sugar and butter and mix for about 10-15 minutes, until the butter is creamy and fluffy.", "Add the egg yolks, one at a time, whilst mixing.

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   Pour in milk and mix to combine.", "Add the flour, little by little, whilst mixing.

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   Pour in baking soda and continue mix for a while then pour vanilla extract.", "Continue mixing until the ingredients are combined and they become a homogeneous soft dough not too sticky.

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   Alternatively, knead with hands.", "Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

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   Preheat the oven at 380u00b0F or 200u00b0C.", "Take a small portion of dough and roll out to form cords about 5.5 inches or 14 cm. long and 3/8 inch or 1 cm thick, then fold over in half and twist.", "Place them on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some distance between them.", "Beat 2 egg yolks with 1 tbsp water or milk, brush the top and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown."]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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