GREEK EASTER COOKIES (PASCHALINA KOULOURAKIA)
Steps:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer equipped with the paddle attachment, beat the sugar and the butter on medium-high speed until light and creamy. Add the orange zest, orange extract, and vanilla extract and mix again for a few seconds until just blended. Add the lightly beaten eggs and process to incorporate fully.
- In the meanwhile, in a small bowl, sift the flour with the baking powder. Add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture and beat on low speed until the dough is just combined.
- Generously flour a clean work surface, the top of the dough and your hands. Empty the dough and knead it for just a few minutes, adding more flour if necessary, so it does not stick. The dough should feel soft and easy to work with. Try not to incorporate too much flour, or the cookies will not be tender.
- Form the dough into a disk, cover it with plastic wrap, and put it in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350˚ F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and let it rest for five minutes. Pinch off a small piece of the dough and roll it into a small, walnut-sized ball. Roll it out with your fingers into a thin rope about 7-inches long. Form the rope into a circle and secure the ends. Alternatively, you can also twist the dough and then form little circles with it. Place on the baking sheet. Continue with the rest of the dough until you have formed all your cookies.
- Brush your circles with some of the beaten egg and sprinkle with some pearl sugar (if desired). Bake for 12-14 minutes, making sure not to over bake the cookies. Remove from the oven and transfer to a cooling rack. When they are completely cool, store them in a tin container for up to two weeks (if they last that long)!
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Mahlako Lot
[email protected]These cookies were a little too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.
Ziphozinhle Nzama
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of anise, but these cookies were still really good. The orange zest adds a nice flavor.
usha shrestha
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the anise flavor.
Abdul Raheem Memon
[email protected]I made these cookies for my family and they loved them. They're a new Easter tradition for us.
Hanny Hemedy
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to follow and the cookies are delicious.
Adekunle Aishat
[email protected]These cookies are a must-try for anyone who loves Greek pastries.
Edwill Angelo Pratt
[email protected]Overall, I really enjoyed these cookies. They're a great addition to any Easter celebration.
Shakir Halwai
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the glaze to set. I ended up having to put the cookies in the refrigerator for a few hours.
Anish Basnet
[email protected]These cookies are a little too sweet for my taste. Next time I'll use less sugar.
Ahmad Gambo
[email protected]I'm not a fan of anise, so I omitted it from the recipe. The cookies were still delicious.
Jitendra Jha
[email protected]I was looking for a new Easter cookie recipe and I'm so glad I found this one. These cookies are amazing!
Rajkumar Ghising
[email protected]These cookies are easy to make and they turned out perfect. I will definitely be making them again.
SpongeBob and Squidward
[email protected]I made these cookies for Easter and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.
Khadija Alam
[email protected]These cookies are delicious! They have a wonderful buttery flavor and a crispy texture. I love the glaze on top, it adds a nice sweetness and crunch.