Greek Easter cookies

Knead, twist, and bake your way to Greek koulourakia cookies

Our koulourakia recipe is a gateway to Greek tradition, where each buttery bite tells a story of traditional celebrations and warmth. As the cookies bake, the sweet scent of butter and spices wafts through the air, building anticipation for that first golden bite. Whether you are baking them for a festive Easter feast or simply as an everyday treat, koulourakia cookies offer a wonderful balance of crispness and tenderness. Let the glossy sheen from the egg wash impress you, making them as beautiful as they are delicious. With these cookies, you are not just baking regular cookies; you, cook, are making something traditional that is quite irresistibly sweet and delicious.

Greek Easter cookies with a crisp outside and tender, crumbly inside

Koulourakia is Greek Easter cookies known for their crisp, golden exterior and soft, crumbly centre. Each bite offers a perfect balance of richness from the butter and a gentle sweetness that makes them ideal for festive occasions and everyday indulgence. What sets them apart is their satisfying texture: light and tender on the inside with a delicate crunch as you take your first bite. Enjoy these cookies year-round, although they are traditionally enjoyed during Easter in Greece. Whether you are celebrating with family or simply treating yourself to something sweet and easy, koulourakia embodies the joy of Greek baking, where simple ingredients come together to create something special and memorable.

Get your hands into these alternative Easter treats in our repertoire. Try, for example, hot cross buns, the Greek Easter bread tsoureki, an Easter pavlova with lemon curd, or a Romanian Easter bread called cozonac.

Take tea time to the top with these golden, shiny cookies

Crack those eggs, toss the flour, and elevate tea time with koulourakia on the table. These cookies, golden and shiny from the egg wash, add a touch of elegance to any gathering. Their crisp outer layer gives way to a soft, melt-in-your-mouth interior, perfectly complementing a warm cup of tea or coffee. The rich buttery flavour, combined with a hint of sweetness, make them the ideal companion for an afternoon break. Share them with friends or enjoy them solo and let them bring warmth and comfort with every bite, turning a simple tea break into something truly enjoyable.

Cook, make your mark

Make a good recipe even better with a few subtle variations. A hint of citrus zest from lemon, orange, or grapefruit in the dough can brighten the flavour and bring a refreshing twist, whereas a pinch of ground cardamom or cinnamon adds a warm, spiced twist. You can also go the authentic way, using Greek spices such as mastic or mahleb to give the cookies a deeper, more complex flavour while staying rooted in tradition.

Add a nuttier note with a drop or two of almond extract, or try rolling the dough in sesame seeds, adding a slight crunch to the tender cookie. For those looking to add a touch of sweetness, lightly brushing the baked cookies with a honey glaze brings a glossy, sweet finish. It’s in your hands, cook.