Koulourakia (Greek Butter Cookies)

Koulourakia (Greek Butter Cookies)


1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper; set aside.

3. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter& sugar until very light& fluffy.

4. Add egg yolks, milk, baking powder, vanilla, cinnamon& baking soda; mix well.

5. Gradually add flour, about 1 cup at a time, until dough is no longer sticky (dough should not stick to your hands, but should not be too dry).

6. Dough should be easy to handle without chilling.

7. Take a 1" lump of dough, and roll into a 6" log on work surface.

8. Sprinkle a few sesame seeds on work surface; roll log over seeds.

9. Form log into a ring or twist; place on parchment-lined cookie sheets.

10. Brush each ring or twist with egg white.

11. Bake 15-17 minutes or until light golden brown.

12. Cool completely on wire rack.

13. Store in airtight container.

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