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This recipe for Greek Easter cookies is a traditional treat made during the holiday season. These delicious cookies are soft and buttery with a hint of brandy and a crunchy sesame seed topping.


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ready in:
  30-60 minutes

ingredients

2 1/4 cups flour
1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons brandy or milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg yolk, BEATEN WITH
1 tablespoon milk
3 tablespoons sesame seeds

directions

In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder, salt and set aside.

In a large bowl combine butter and sugar, beating until fluffy. Add egg, brandy, vanilla and beat well after each addition. Add flour mixture a cup at a time, blending well after each addition.

Roll 1 teaspoon of dough on a lightly floured surface into a 6 inch rope, fold in half and twist 2 or 3 times, pinch ends together. Place 1 inch apart on 3 greased cookie sheets. Brush with egg/milk mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake 10-13 minutes in a preheated 375 degrees F oven until golden. Cool on rack. Store in an air tight container at room temperature.

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