Turkish Kurabiye cookies are a beloved sweet treat in Turkish cuisine. These delicate, buttery cookies are a staple in Turkish households during special occasions and holidays, such as Eid and weddings. With a variety of shapes, flavors, and textures, Kurabiye cookies are a versatile and customizable dessert that can be enjoyed any time of the year.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- Your favorite jam
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix.
- Shape the cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheets. You can gently press flat with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
- After forming the dough into balls, use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to make a slight indentation in the centre of each cookie. Be careful not to make the hole too deep or wide.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until the edges are very lightly golden brown.
- Once the cookies have cooled completely, fill the indentations with a small amount of your chosen jam. Use a teaspoon or a small piping bag for precision.
- Cool and dust (optional): Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, dust with powdered sugar.
Variations
- Nuts: Add finely chopped almonds, pistachios, or walnuts to the dough.
- Chocolate: Dip half of each cooled cookie in melted chocolate.
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Turkish Kurabiye cookies
Indulge in the flavours of Turkey with our delicious Kurabiye cookies, perfect for any occasion. Discover the taste of tradition today.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- Your favorite jam
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix.
- Shape the cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheets. You can gently press flat with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
- After forming the dough into balls, use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to make a slight indentation in the centre of each cookie. Be careful not to make the hole too deep or wide.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until the edges are very lightly golden brown.
- Once the cookies have cooled completely, fill the indentations with a small amount of your chosen jam. Use a teaspoon or a small piping bag for precision.
- Cool and dust (optional): Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, dust with powdered sugar.