Armenian Easter Cookies/ Lebanese Spiced Cookies/ Kaak El Eid / كعك العيد
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Originating from Armenia, these cookies are traditionally made during Easter celebrations, symbolizing renewal and joy. Families often gather to prepare them, sharing recipes passed down through generations. Today, they are enjoyed not only in Armenia but also by the Armenian diaspora around the world, especially during festive occasions.
Ingredients
- ●flour
- ●sugar
- ●butter
- ●eggs
- ●baking powder
- ●vanilla extract
- ●milk
- ●salt
- ●powdered sugar
- ●ground cinnamon
- ●chopped nuts
- ●orange zest
- ●lemon zest
- ●food coloring
- ●sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- 4Stir in vanilla extract and milk until combined.
- 5In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- 6Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- 7Fold in chopped nuts, orange zest, and lemon zest.
- 8Divide the dough into portions and shape into small balls or discs.
- 9Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart.
- 10Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until golden.
- 11Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.
- 12Once cooled, decorate with food coloring and sprinkle with powdered sugar or sesame seeds.
Ingredient Alternatives
butter
Healthier: coconut oil
Cheaper: margarine
Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.
sugar
Healthier: honey
Cheaper: brown sugar
Honey offers natural sweetness with a unique flavor.
eggs
Healthier: flaxseed meal
Cheaper: egg substitute
Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.
powdered sugar
Healthier: stevia
Cheaper: granulated sugar
Stevia reduces calories while sweetening.
Techniques
Equipment
Also Known As
Ingredients
- ●2 cups all-purpose flour
- ●1/2 cup powdered sugar
- ●1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ●1/4 cup vegetable oil
- ●1/4 cup milk
- ●1 tsp baking powder
- ●1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ●1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- ●1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- ●1/4 tsp salt
- ●1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pistachios (optional)
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, vegetable oil, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3Add the milk and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix well.
- 4In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, and salt.
- 5Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- 6If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pistachios into the dough.
- 7Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls, then flatten slightly and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 8Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 9Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 10Serve the cookies with tea or coffee.
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Originating from the Levant region, Kaak el-Eid is a traditional cookie associated with Eid celebrations. These sweet, spiced cookies symbolize joy and festivity, often enjoyed with family and friends during the holiday. Today, they are popular across the Arab world, with variations in ingredients and shapes, reflecting local tastes and customs.
Ingredients
- ●flour
- ●sugar
- ●butter
- ●yeast
- ●milk
- ●eggs
- ●orange blossom water
- ●anise seeds
- ●sesame seeds
- ●salt
- ●water
- ●powdered sugar
- ●vanilla extract
- ●baking powder
- ●cinnamon
- ●almonds
- ●walnuts
- ●pistachios
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit until frothy.
- 4Add melted butter, eggs, and orange blossom water to the yeast mixture.
- 5Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- 6Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
- 7Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- 8After rising, punch down the dough and divide it into small balls.
- 9Shape each ball into a flat disc and place on a baking sheet.
- 10Sprinkle sesame seeds and anise seeds on top of each disc.
- 11Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- 12Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
- 13Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Ingredient Alternatives
butter
Healthier: coconut oil
Cheaper: margarine
Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.
sugar
Healthier: stevia
Cheaper: brown sugar
Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener.
milk
Healthier: almond milk
Cheaper: water
Almond milk is a dairy-free option.
almonds
Cheaper: sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds are a more affordable nut alternative.
Techniques
Equipment
Also Known As
Ingredients
- ●4 cups all-purpose flour
- ●1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ●1 cup powdered sugar
- ●1/2 cup milk
- ●1/2 cup ground nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1 tsp baking powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ●Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3Add the milk and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix well.
- 4In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nuts.
- 5Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- 6Shape the dough into small balls or crescents and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 7Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- 8Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- 9Serve warm or at room temperature.
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