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Greek Christmas Cookies (Kourambiedes) (Alexandra Guarnaschelli) Recipe

Greek Christmas Cookies (Kourambiedes) (Alexandra Guarnaschelli) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 sticks unsalted butter, soft
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 cup powdered sugar, plus additional for coating
1 egg yolk
2 tbsp brandy
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour , sifted
about 45 whole cloves

Directions:

In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine the butter and salt and whip until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the sugar, egg, brandy, and vanilla and beat until all of the ingredients are integrated. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add sifted flour to the butter mixture. Using a rubber spatula, remove the dough and transfer it onto a piece of waxed paper or parchment. Refrigerate for about 45 minutes before rolling.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
After the dough has cooled, pinch off small pieces and roll them into about 1-inch balls. Place them in a single layer with space in between each, on a greased baking sheet. Repeat the process until all of the cookie dough has been rolled. Place a clove in the center of each cookie. Alternatively, shape the ball into half moons with a clove in the center of each.
Place the sheets in the oven and bake until the cookies are just slightly brown, about 15 minutes. Allow them to cool thoroughly, and then roll them in powdered sugar.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	664.8 Kcal (2783 kJ)
Calories from fat	88.79 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.87g	15%
Cholesterol	54.56mg	18%
Sodium	429.85mg	18%
Potassium	222.59mg	5%
Total Carbs	117.44g	39%
Sugars	12.6g	50%
Dietary Fiber	4.64g	19%
Protein	17.13g	34%
Iron	2.1mg	12%
Calcium	48.6mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	356.52 Kcal (1493 kJ)
Calories from fat	47.62 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.29g	15%
Cholesterol	29.26mg	18%
Sodium	230.52mg	18%
Potassium	119.37mg	5%
Total Carbs	62.98g	39%
Sugars	6.76g	50%
Dietary Fiber	2.49g	19%
Protein	9.19g	34%
Iron	1.1mg	12%
Calcium	26.1mg	5%

* 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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savory
bitter
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