Koulourakia

Koulourakia
Preparation time is 20minutes
Cook time is 20minutes
Total time is 40minutes
Serve is for 30 people
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Difficulty level: 2 out of 4

7 Ingredients

Number of servings
30
  • 125grams unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups caster sugar
  • 2 free range eggs
  • 2teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2teaspoons orange zest
  • 4 cups self-raising flour
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds

Nutrition per serving

590 Kilojoules or 141 Calories
7% of daily energy intake*
Protein
2.5grams
Fat
4.7grams
Carbs
22.2grams
Sugars
9.3grams

Quantities above are a guide only. *Percentage daily energy intake is based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ.

Description

Learn how to make traditional koulourakia biscuits. A staple at Greek Orthodox Easter, these vanilla and orange- flavoured biscuits are perfect with a cup of coffee.

Method

Step 1 of 3

Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Line 3 large baking trays with baking paper.

Step 2 of 3

Place butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla and zest in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, then beat on medium speed for 3 minutes or until thick and creamy.

Step 3 of 3

Fold in flour until a crumbly dough forms. Knead 1 tbs dough into a ball, covering remaining dough (see Tip. Using your palms, roll into a 30cm log, then twist. Transfer to tray. Brush with a little water and sprinkle with a little sesame. Repeat with remaining dough, water and remaining sesame. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden. Cool and serve.

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