Sesame Greek Easter Cookies Koulourakia
Celebrate Greek Easter traditions with these delightful Sesame Greek Easter Cookies, also known as Koulourakia. These buttery, golden treats are lightly sweetened and boast a tender, crisp texture that's perfect for pairing with coffee or tea. Featuring a hint of vanilla and a topping of nutty sesame seeds, these cookies are twisted into beautiful shapes like braids and spirals, adding elegance to any festive table. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in under an hour, this classic recipe is a must-try for holiday gatherings or everyday indulgence. Impress your family and friends with these homemade cookies that stay fresh and flavorful for days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 230 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 60 milliliters whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 50 grams sesame seeds
- 1 large egg yolk
- 15 milliliters water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a handheld or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft, pliable dough forms. If the dough is sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it becomes manageable.
Take small pieces of dough (about the size of a walnut) and roll them into 15 cm (6-inch) ropes. Twist the ropes into your desired shapes, such as braids or spirals, and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2-3 cm of space between each cookie.
In a small bowl, mix the egg yolk with water to create an egg wash. Brush the surface of each cookie with the egg wash.
Sprinkle sesame seeds generously over each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve your koulourakia with coffee or tea, or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4903 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 253.4 g | 325% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.7 g | 638% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1259 mg | 420% | |
| Sodium | 2388 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 596.7 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 205.9 g | ||
| Protein | 87.1 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 29.5 mg | 164% | |
| Potassium | 1098 mg | 23% | |
*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.
