GREEK COGNAC COOKIES

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A Greek style butter cookie. You can easily replace the cognac with water or milk. Posted for 'Zaar World Tour II. Time includes chill time.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h35m

Yield 3-4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb unsalted butter, at room temp
1 cup confectioners' sugar, plus
additional confectioners' sugar, for sprinkling
1 egg yolk, at room temp
1 tablespoon cognac or 1 tablespoon brandy
2 cups flour

Steps:

  • Place butter in mixer bowl and mix until smooth.
  • Scrape down sides and gradually add the sugar, and blend until well incorporated.
  • Scrape down sides and add the egg yolk and cognac, and mix well.
  • Gradually add the flour and mix until well combined.
  • Cover with waxed paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3-4 hours, or freeze up to 2 weeks.
  • Preheat oven to 325º.
  • To form the cookies, break off small pieces and roll into 1-inch balls.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake until very lightly browned, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Cool for 2 minutes and remove to a rack.
  • When cooled, sprinkle with additional confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1017.9, Fat 63.6, SaturatedFat 39.5, Cholesterol 225.6, Sodium 12.8, Carbohydrate 103.7, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 39.5, Protein 10.1

Nabil Hossain
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These cookies are perfect! They're crispy, chewy, and full of flavor. I'll definitely be making them again.


Asmy Tamang
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I love the flavor of these cookies, but I wish they were a bit softer.


tara oli
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These cookies are delicious, but they're a bit too rich for me. I can only eat one or two at a time.


MD Eikbol
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Overall, I thought these cookies were just okay. I probably won't make them again.


Oppo Reno5
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These cookies are a bit dry. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.


Angela Brooke
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I found the dough to be a bit sticky. I had to add some extra flour to get it to the right consistency.


Mubarek Ibrahim
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste.


Proud Mummy
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I didn't have any walnuts, so I used pecans instead. They worked just as well.


Ajia Rebirth
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I had some trouble finding cognac, but I eventually found it at a local liquor store.


Iman Temi
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort.


Sohail Mahmood
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I made these cookies for my Greek grandmother and she loved them. She said they reminded her of her childhood.


Rajib Hoshan
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These cookies are perfect for a holiday party.


Bereket Smalew
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I'm not a big fan of cognac, but I loved these cookies. The flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Miller Official
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover cognac.


Lebina Ramatsella
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I love the texture of these cookies. They're crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.


Parbat Grx
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These cookies are so delicious! The cognac gives them a wonderful flavor.


Mapaseka Dyasi
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Dan Powers
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These cookies are amazing! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of flavors from the cognac, orange zest, and walnuts.


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