Turkish Shortbread Un Kurabiyesi
Discover the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth charm of Turkish Shortbread, or Un Kurabiyesi, a classic treat that’s as delicate as it is irresistible. With its hallmark crumbly texture and subtly sweet flavor, this traditional Turkish cookie is made using a simple yet luxurious blend of unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a touch of vanilla. A hint of cornstarch gives these cookies their signature tenderness, while a light dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, these cookies are incredibly easy to prepare and require no special equipment—perfect for impressing guests or indulging in an everyday tea-time treat. Whether served warm or cooled to perfection, Un Kurabiyesi embodies the heartwarming simplicity of Turkish baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 50 milliliters vegetable oil
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 100 grams cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 50 grams powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter (at room temperature) and powdered sugar. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until creamy and smooth.
Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract to the mixture, and stir until well combined.
Sift together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch in a separate bowl, then gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix with a spatula or your hands until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
Divide the dough into small, walnut-sized balls or shape into 1-inch thick oval discs using your hands. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet with a little space between each.
Using the tines of a fork, lightly press down on each cookie to create a simple decorative pattern on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. Keep an eye on them to prevent overcooking.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Once cooled, dust the cookies generously with powdered sugar for garnish before serving.
Enjoy your delicate and crumbly Un Kurabiyesi with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 261.5 g | 335% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.8 g | 659% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 554 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 470.5 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 149.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 389 mg | 8% | |
*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.
