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Koularakia - Greek Butter Cookies

Koularakia are classic Greek Butter Cookies. They are especially popular to make during holiday seasons like Easter and Christmas.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 15 cookies
Calories: 184kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon anise seed ground
  • 1 tablespoon ouzo
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Topping Ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a cookie sheet with non stick spray.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat butter until light and creamy. Add eggs and sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes
  • Add ouzo, anise seed and flour a little at a time, until you have a thick batter.
  • Take a small piece of dough and roll into a rope about 10″ long. Form into a U shape and then twist the strands twice. Place on prepared cookie sheet. Repeat until all the dough has been used.
  • Brush the tops with milk and sprinkle sugar on top.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes, until you start to see some color from the bottom of the cookies.

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 121mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 221IU | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
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