“Kourabiethes (Greek Christmas Cookies)” Friend, Dec. 2010, 26
Kourabiethes (Greek Christmas Cookies)
1 cup butter
1 cup powdered sugar, plus more for rolling
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
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Wash your hands with soap and water.
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Put the butter and powdered sugar in a bowl and beat them together until fluffy.
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Add the egg, vanilla, and almond extract and beat to combine.
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Put the dry ingredients in a bowl and mix them together.
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Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix.
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Roll dough into small balls. Then form them into crescent shapes.
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Place cookies on a cookie sheet and bake at 350°F (177°C) for 15–20 minutes.
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Remove cookies from oven. Cool cookies slightly and roll them in powdered sugar.