KOULOURAKIA (SPECIAL OCCASION COOKIES)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup superfine sugar
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ cup brandy
- 1 cup sesame seeds
Directions
- Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400F. Combine the flour and cinnamon in a bowl and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, beat the oil and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- In a cup, dissolve the baking powder and baking soda in the brandy, then add to the oil mixture.
- Gradually add the flour until the dough is soft but not sticky.
- Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth.
- Pinch off pieces of dough the size of small walnuts and form into desired shapes.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and place 1 inch apart on greased cookie sheets.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
