Kourambiedes III

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 4

Kourambiedes III Recipe - Traditional Greek Christmas Cookies

by The Chefin Cookie

Prep

25 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

137

Sugar

Fat

11g

Kourambiedes III are traditional Greek cookies, commonly served during Christmas time. These cookies are made with a few simple ingredients like unsalted butter, confectioners' sugar, all-purpose flour and chopped pecans and are scented with vanilla and cloves. The recipe has been passed down from generations to generations and is an important part of the Greek culinary heritage. Kourambiedes III are notoriously known for being difficult to replicate, but with dedication and practice, anyone can learn to make these popular cookies at home. Serve Kourambiedes III on a platter with a few sprigs of rosemary, and enjoy the festive spirit with family and friends.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	In a large bowl, beat the butter and confectioners' sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
3.	Add the vanilla extract and continue to mix until well combined.
4.	Slowly add the sifted flour, and mix until the dough comes together.
5.	Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
6.	Roll the dough into small balls, about the size of a walnut.
7.	Place the cookies on the lined baking sheet, and press a whole clove into the center of each ball.
8.	Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
9.	Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
10.	Roll the warm cookies in confectioners' sugar, and let cool completely before serving.

PROS

Kourambiedes III are a sweet and buttery cookie with a touch of vanilla and crunchiness from chopped pecans.

Perfect for joyous occasions and sharing with family and friends.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories, sugar and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They also require some time and effort to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While delicious, Kourambiedes III are not particularly healthy.
The pecans in this recipe contribute to providing healthy fats, vitamins and minerals to the body when consumed in moderation.

	1 cup unsalted butter
	4 tablespoons confectioners ' sugar
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
	1 cup chopped pecans
	36 whole cloves
	1/2 cup confectioners ' sugar