Koulourakia (Greek Easter Cookies) Recipe
Koulourakia, or Greek Easter Cookies, are a delicious, traditional family favorite! These are similar to shortbread cookies, but not as sweet! Try these for your Easter Sunday dessert!
Ingredients
- 3/4 Pound Butter
- 1/2 Cup Orange Juice
- 2 Tsp. Baking Powder
- 3 Eggs
- 2 Tbsp. Water
- 1 Tsp. Vanilla
- 1/2 Tsp. Baking Soda
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1/8 Cup Milk
- 4 Cups Flour
- 1/4 Cup Sesame Seeds (Optional)
Directions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cream butter, sugar and vanilla. Add 2 eggs and blend well. Add milk and orange juice and beat on high for about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Sift together flour, baking powder and baking soda. Add flour to butter mixture and beat well until a soft dough is formed (add a bit more flour if needed, until dough is no longer sticky but soft).
- Pinch off 1″ balls of dough and shape into a 6″ long rope. Braid the two ends together and place one inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Beat the remaining egg with the 2 tablespoons of water. Brush each cookie with egg wash. You may sprinkle with sesame seeds at this point, if desired.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Cool on rack. These store and freeze well, just place in freezer bags or containers.
- 4 Dozen
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 356g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 1447 | |
| Calories from Fat 772 | 53% |
| Total Fat 87.42g | 109% |
| Saturated Fat 47.0g | 188% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 323mg | 108% |
| Sodium 1329mg | 55% |
| Potassium 274mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 149.38g | 40% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 11% |
| Sugars 53.74g | 36% |
| Protein 18.25g | 29% |
