Traditional Greek Easter cookies

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds flavor complexity, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content, while cake flour is often cheaper.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed provides similar binding properties.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract and orange zest until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cloves.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.

Divide the dough into small pieces and roll each into a rope shape.

Twist the ropes into traditional shapes or braids.

Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Cooking Techniques

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