Kourabiethes (greece)
Indulge in the authentic taste of Greece with this Kourabiethes recipe. These delightful almond-flavored butter cookies are light, deliciously sweet, and dusted with powdered sugar. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion!
- 27 Mar 2025
- Cook time 20 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 12 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Kourabiethes, also known as Greek Butter Cookies, are a delightful treat enjoyed especially during festive seasons in Greece. These rich, buttery cookies have a crumbly texture and are often generously dusted with powdered sugar, making them a traditional favorite for celebrations. Whether served with a warm cup of coffee or shared among friends and family, Kourabiethes bring a taste of Greek hospitality to any occasion.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually add 1/2 cup of powdered sugar and continue to beat until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and egg until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the finely chopped almonds with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Take tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
- Flatten each ball slightly and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are light golden brown.
- Be careful not to overbake; the cookies should remain pale.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, generously dust them with the remaining powdered sugar.
- Serve your delicious Kourabiethes with coffee or tea, and enjoy a taste of Greece!
Tips:
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature before you begin to achieve the proper creamy consistency when beaten.
- Toast the almonds lightly before chopping them to enhance their flavor and add a delicious nutty depth to the cookies.
- When mixing the dough, avoid overworking it to maintain the delicate and crumbly texture characteristic of Kourabiethes.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before forming the cookies; this helps in maintaining their shape during baking.
- After baking, let the cookies cool slightly before dusting them with powdered sugar to ensure the sugar sticks but doesn't melt.
Kourabiethes are a classic example of Greek culinary tradition that combines simple ingredients to create a delightfully rich and flavorful cookie. Once you've baked your Kourabiethes to golden perfection and covered them with a blanket of powdered sugar, you'll have a festive treat that is sure to impress. Enjoy these cookies as part of your holiday celebrations or simply as a sweet snack with loved ones. Kali orexi (enjoy your meal)!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 80 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 370kcal | 18% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 4.86g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 45g | 14% |
| Fiber 1.41g | 4% |
| Sugar 27g | 27% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 18g | 22% |
| Saturated 9g | 29% |
| Cholesterol 60mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 150ug | 16% |
| Choline 22mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 0.09mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 0.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 0.60mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B9 12ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.04ug | 2% |
| Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 1.34mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K 1.37ug | 1% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 50mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.11mg | 12% |
| Iron, Fe 0.64mg | 6% |
| Magnesium, Mg 24mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus, P 80mg | 6% |
| Potassium, K 90mg | 3% |
| Selenium, Se 7ug | 13% |
| Sodium, Na 50mg | 3% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.52mg | 5% |
| Water | |
| Water 10g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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