Kourambiedes are a Greek shortbread that are very popular around Christmas time. Traditionally, theyre made with ground almonds but, I decided to spice things up with pistachios, cardamom, and aromatic rose water. The result was a melt in your mouth and a deliciously spiced cookie thats perfect with a hot cup of tea.Print this recipe on my website: https://www.dimitrasdishes.com/pistachio-cardamom-kourambiedes-greek-holiday-shortbread-cookies/INGREDIENTS pound unsalted butter, softened1 tablespoon granulated sugar cup confectioners sugar2 egg yolks teaspoon pure vanilla extract1 teaspoon rose waterThe dry ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour teaspoon baking powder teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cardamom seeds 1 cup ground roasted (unsalted) pistachios1-2 cups confectioners sugar for toppingINSTRUCTIONSPreheat the oven to 350 F, 180 C.Combine the butter, sugars, vanilla, and rose water extract in the bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on low speed until combined. Increase the sped to high and beat until fluffy.Add the egg yolks to the mixture and beat on high speed until combined.Combine all of the dry ingredients together in a bowl and whisk together.Add the dry ingredients to the mixer and beat on low speed until a dough is formed.Transfer the dough to a work surface lightly dusted with flour and roll out to almost inch thick.Cut out your favorite shapes using a cookie cutter and place on baking trays lined with parchment paper.You can also make the traditional kourambiedes shape by rolling pieces of dough in your palms to form walnut-sized balls. Press the center slightly with your index finger to form an indentation and to flatten the cookies a little bit.Chill the cookies in the refrigerator or freezer until firm. Do this if youve cut the cookies out into shapes.Bake the cookies on the center rack for 20-25 minutes or until golden all around.Set aside to cool.Dust with confectioners sugar and serve with tea or coffee. These are also great to give as gifts!Make-Ahead Tips: Roll out the cookies and cut into your favorite shapes. Set in the freezer until chilled and very firm. Store the frozen cookies in freezer bags until ready to bake. The cookies will stay fresh for a month. Bake in a preheated 350 F oven until golden.Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dimitrasdishes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dimitras.dishes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/dimitrasdis0637/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DimitrasDishes Here are links to some of my favorite cooking tools. The links take you to Amazon where I'm proud to be an affiliate partner :) My cutting board: http://amzn.to/2e2p8ED Kitchen Aid Mixer: http://amzn.to/2dQXU0b Food Processor: http://amzn.to/2eXcvZd Microplane: http://amzn.to/2eL2vTo Madeleine Pan: http://amzn.to/2dQU1sm Cheesecake Pan: http://amzn.to/2eXaGeQ Vitamix Blender: http://amzn.to/2eXcvbH Nonstick pan: http://amzn.to/2eL804t Cast iron pan: http://amzn.to/2dQYfjs Pastry Bag: http://amzn.to/2e2v0xD Half sheet baking pans: http://amzn.to/2fcv7cD Thanks for watching! I'd love to see your recreations of these dishes so please share pics with me on social media :) Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and spread the word so that we can make the world more delicious!
