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Koulouria: A Traditional Greek Easter Dessert [video]

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Koulouria, also known as koulourakia, is a Greek top pastry for Easter season, as they are both suitable for people who fast, as well as delicious and simple to make. The root of the word koulouria roughly translates to “rusk” or “biscuit” which is best served with coffee.
Koulouria are usually made in large portions, as they are usually offered to neighbors, family and friends and of course they are served throughout Easter.
Here is a simple recipe that makes about 150 koulouria:
Ingredients:
1 pound butter
1 pound vegetable shortening
8 eggs
2¼ cups sugar
1½ cups orange juice
½ cup milk
8 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
6 pounds flour
3 teaspoons vanilla
2 additional eggs, beaten and set aside in a separate bowl (for egg wash)
Sesame seeds (for topping) – optional
Directions:
Mix everything except the flour with a beater then work in the flour using your hands or a wooden spoon.
Roll the dough into shapes, brush on the egg wash, and sprinkle the cookies with sesame before baking at 325 degrees.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, and then watch until the cookies become golden.


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