Nazook (Armenian Pastry) Recipe

Name: Nazook (Armenian Pastry)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough; 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast (1 packet); 1 cup sour cream, room temp; 3 1/4 cups sifted flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup chilled butter, unsalted; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; Glaze; 2 egg yolks, beaten; 1 teaspoon yogurt; 3 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing the dough with); Filling; 1 cup melted butter; 2 cups sifted flour; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped (optional); 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 teaspoon cardamom

Servings: persons

Dough
2 1/4 teaspoons yeast (1 packet)
1 cup sour cream, room temp
3 1/4 cups sifted flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chilled butter, unsalted
1 egg
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Glaze
2 egg yolks, beaten
1 teaspoon yogurt
3 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing the dough with)
Filling
1 cup melted butter
2 cups sifted flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cardamom

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["Dough: Add yeast to the sour cream and mix inches Set aside for 10 minutes. Combine flour, salt and butter and mix with your hands until crumbly. Add egg, vegetable oil, lemon juice and sour cream and mix well. Knead the dough, over a floured surface, for 5 minutes, or until no longer sticky. Add more flour if necessary. Form into a ball, mark with an ""+"

2108

kcal

Calories

144

Fat

179

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough, 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast (1 packet), 1 cup sour cream, room temp, 3 1/4 cups sifted flour, and more.

Yes, Nazook (Armenian Pastry) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nazook (Armenian Pastry)

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Variations & substitutions

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