Experience the Charm of Greek Kourabiedes – A Holiday Favorite
Begin with an engaging introduction to Kourabiedes, highlighting their significance in Greek culture, especially during Christmas. Mention how these butter cookies have become a global holiday favorite, setting the stage for the recipe.
Kourabiedes, the quintessential Greek Christmas butter cookies, are a blend of rich flavors and cultural heritage. These cookies, with their melt-in-your-mouth texture, are a staple in Greek households during the festive season and have won hearts globally.
Greek Kourabiedes – Christmas Butter Cookies
Dive into the delightful world of Greek Kourabiedes, a traditional Christmas cookie cherished for its rich buttery taste and delicate texture. This easy-to-follow recipe guides you through each step, from selecting the right ingredients to achieving the perfect bake. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these cookies are not just treats but a festive tradition passed down through generations.
55
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minutes148
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Ingredients
1 kg All purpose flour
350 g Sheep butter
250 g Cow butter
130 g Sugar
1 pinch Salt
250 g Roasted almonds
2 Vanillins
1/2 tsp Ground mastic
1 tsp Baking soda
1 tsp Baker’s ammonia
50 g Ouzo or Water
400 g Icing sugar
Rosewater
Recipe directions
- In the bowl of the mixer, add both sheep and cow butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Beat the mixture for 10 minutes.
- Add the baker’s ammonia, baking soda, ground mastic, vanillin, and either ouzo or water to the mixture. Beat for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the all-purpose flour and mix with the beater until it forms a dough. Then, continue mixing while gradually adding the almonds.
- Divide the dough into balls of 30 g each.
- Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Preheat the oven to 170 C (340 F) and bake for 35 minutes.
- Let the cookies cool for 4 to 5 hours.
- Spray the cookies with rosewater.
- Sprinkle the cookies with icing sugar.
Recipe video
Nutrition Facts
55 servings per container
Calories148
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Total Fat
11.2g
17%
- Saturated Fat 5.8g 25%
- Cholesterol 23mg 8%
- Sodium 1266mg 53%
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Potassium 38mg 2%
- Total Carbohydrate
12g
4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.6g 0%
- Sugars 9.7g
- Protein 1.2g 2%
- Calcium 16%
- Vitamin D 6%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.