Kourambiethes (Greek Butter Cookies) Recipe

Name: Kourambiethes (Greek Butter Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter; 4 tablespoons powdered sugar; 1 ounce whiskey; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1 egg; 1 cup additional powdered sugar for rolling cookie

Servings: persons

1 cup butter
4 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 ounce whiskey
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3 1/2 cups flour
1 egg
1 cup additional powdered sugar for rolling cookie

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Beat together butter and the 4 Tablespoons of powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
3
Beat in egg. Add whiskey, vanilla and almond extract. Beat well. Sift together flour, baking powder and baking soda. Add to mixture; stir in, do not beat. Dough should be soft but not sticky.
4
Pinch off one inch balls of dough and shape into crescents. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until bottom is lightly browned.
5
Place cookies on wire rack and let cool for about 5 to 6 minutes. Roll in additional powdered sugar. This easy recipe makes 3 dozen cookies.

1014

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, 4 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1 ounce whiskey, 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla, and more.

Yes, Kourambiethes (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.

Kourambiethes (Greek Butter Cookies)

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