Koulourakia (greek butter twist)
Koulourakia (greek butter twist) recipe in the greek category
Recipe ingredients:
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 egg yolk, beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 to 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 to 3 teaspoons sesame seeds
Recipe method:
- Cream butter and shortening in a large mixing bowl. Gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed of electric mixer.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract. Beat until blended.
- Combine flour, baking powder and baking soda. Gradually add to creamed mixture, mixing after each addition. Chill dough 1 to 2 hours.
- Divide dough into fourths. Divide each fourth into 16 portions.
- Roll each portion into a 4-inch rope. Fold each rope in half, and twist.
- Place twists 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets.
- Combine egg yolk and water. Brush over twists.
- Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon and sesame seeds.
- Bake at 325 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes or until light golden brown.
- Immediately transfer to wire racks to cool.
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