Koulourakia (Greek Easter Butter Biscuits)
Crisp, buttery orange and vanilla biscuits twisted into little plaits, lovely with coffee.
- Time1 hr 10
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.10 a head
- Oven180°C (160°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Line two baking trays with baking paper.
- 2
Beat the butter and sugar together for 3 minutes until pale and fluffy. Beat in 2 of the eggs, one at a time, then the orange zest and vanilla.
3 min - 3
Mix the flour and baking powder, then stir into the butter mixture with the milk to make a soft dough that does not stick to your hands. Add a spoonful more flour if it is sticky.
- 4
Pinch off walnut sized pieces of dough and roll each into a rope about 18 cm long. Fold the rope in half and twist the two halves together, or shape into a small ring or plait.
- 5
Place on the trays, spaced apart. Beat the last egg with a splash of water, brush over the tops and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- 6
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and the smell of orange fills the kitchen. Cool on a rack. They crisp up as they cool.
19 min
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