Classic Greek Kourabiedes
These tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are a beloved holiday tradition, featuring buttery almond flavor and a delightful snow-white powdered sugar finish.
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120kcal
Ingredients
Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened Use high-quality butter for best flavor.
- 1 cup powdered sugar For sweetness and a melt-in-your-mouth effect.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
- 4 cups all-purpose flour Essential for the cookie's structure.
- 1 cup finely chopped almonds (or walnuts) Almonds provide the classic taste.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
Topping
- Powdered sugar for dusting For the signature snow-white finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the mixture in batches.
- Fold in the chopped almonds (or walnuts).
- Shape the dough into small balls or crescents and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until they are just golden at the edges.
- Let cool slightly, then dust generously with powdered sugar.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use room temperature soft butter. If the dough is too sticky, chill for 20 minutes before shaping. These cookies can be frozen before dusting with sugar.
