It’s that sweet time of year…no, seriously, it’s truly sweet because we’re testing cookie recipes for our upcoming cookbook and this week’s theme is “filling.”
Multiple steps means these cookies take some time to make but one bite tells you it was time well spent. Come take a look at what we’ve been up to.
Multiple steps means these cookies take some time to make but one bite tells you it was time well spent. Come take a look at what we’ve been up to.
Melomakarona / Finikia
(μελομακάρονα / φοινίκια)
These aromatic, syrup-dipped cookies are not only nut filled, but nut topped. They’re as tender as cake and perfectly portioned…but who can ever stop at just one?! We also have a how-to VIDEO that will take you through each step.
Steps: roll, fill, shape, bake, syrup, top…EAT
(μελομακάρονα / φοινίκια)
These aromatic, syrup-dipped cookies are not only nut filled, but nut topped. They’re as tender as cake and perfectly portioned…but who can ever stop at just one?! We also have a how-to VIDEO that will take you through each step.
Steps: roll, fill, shape, bake, syrup, top…EAT
Skaltsounia
(σκαλτσούνια)
A pastry-sized specialty from Karpathos (neighboring Crete has a different version), this is what appears to be a marriage between powdered sugar-topped Kourambiedes and nut-filled Melomakarona, but once you take a bite you’ll realize that these turnover-like cookies have a personality all their own. These are a treat of epic proportions!
Steps: roll out, fill, bake, dust…EAT
(σκαλτσούνια)
A pastry-sized specialty from Karpathos (neighboring Crete has a different version), this is what appears to be a marriage between powdered sugar-topped Kourambiedes and nut-filled Melomakarona, but once you take a bite you’ll realize that these turnover-like cookies have a personality all their own. These are a treat of epic proportions!
Steps: roll out, fill, bake, dust…EAT
Ahladakia Amigdalota
(αχλαδάκια αμυγδαλοτά) Almond Pears
Filled with figs and wrapped in a tender almond dough, these irresistible mini pears add sparkle and opulence to a dessert tray. These cookies were originally my claim to fame in Ladies’ Home Journal’s December 1999 issue, as well as their 1999 cookbook, but more importantly, I’ve had a number of readers tell me that making this cookie has become a holiday tradition and their Christmas wouldn’t be the same without it. Now that’s priceless!
Steps: roll, fill, shape, sugar-coat, bake…EAT
I hope you enjoyed filling in love with this week’s Greek cookies. Stay tuned for more updates as we show you what’s cooking and baking for our upcoming cookbook!
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Until then~
Kali orexi! Good appetite!
Kelly
(αχλαδάκια αμυγδαλοτά) Almond Pears
Filled with figs and wrapped in a tender almond dough, these irresistible mini pears add sparkle and opulence to a dessert tray. These cookies were originally my claim to fame in Ladies’ Home Journal’s December 1999 issue, as well as their 1999 cookbook, but more importantly, I’ve had a number of readers tell me that making this cookie has become a holiday tradition and their Christmas wouldn’t be the same without it. Now that’s priceless!
Steps: roll, fill, shape, sugar-coat, bake…EAT
I hope you enjoyed filling in love with this week’s Greek cookies. Stay tuned for more updates as we show you what’s cooking and baking for our upcoming cookbook!
Sign up for our e-newsletter (if you haven’t already) and stay connected on social media for cooking tips and recipes, as well as for all Kukla's Kouzina updates and news.
Thanks for following us and we’ll see you next Monday.
Until then~
Kali orexi! Good appetite!
Kelly
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