Kourabiedes (Greek Almond Shortbread)

Esivalmistelut

Ainesosat

Valmistusohje

Vaihe vaiheelta

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   Noin 5 min

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and the cookie dough powdered sugar until light and fluffy.

   Noin 5 min

   Kokin vinkki: Ensure butter is at room temperature for best creaming results.

3. 3

   Beat in the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and brandy (if using) until well combined.

   Noin 2 min

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground almonds.

   Noin 1 min

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

   Noin 3 min

6. 6

   Scoop out small portions of dough and shape them into crescent moons or small round balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet.

   Noin 10 min

   Kokin vinkki: The cookies will spread slightly, so leave some space between them.

7. 7

   Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set but still pale.

   Noin 20 min

   Kokin vinkki: Do not let them brown too much; they should remain light in color.

8. 8

   While the cookies are still warm, lightly spray or sprinkle them with rose water (if using).

   Noin 1 min

   Kokin vinkki: This step enhances the aroma and helps the powdered sugar adhere.

9. 9

   Generously dust the warm cookies with the dusting powdered sugar. You can do this by placing them in a bowl with the sugar and gently tossing, or by sifting sugar over them.

   Noin 3 min

   Kokin vinkki: For best results, dust them twice: once while warm and again when fully cooled.

10. 10

    Allow the kourabiedes to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.