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Nutritional Values
480kcal
6gProtein
60gCarbs
24gFat
3gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥜 Nuts
Spice Cookie
How to order / say it
Say it
Kurabiye — [koo-rah-bee-yeh]
Order
I'd like some kurabiye, please.
Locally
Kurabiye alabilir miyim lütfen?
Say locally
Traditional Turkish cookie often flavored with spices.
Why try it?
Kurabiye offers a sweet glimpse into the confectionery traditions of Istanbul, often enjoyed with tea or coffee. It’s a symbolic treat reflective of hospitality and leisurely social gatherings native to Turkish culture.
How it tastes
Kurabiye is crumbly and buttery, with a delicate fragrance of spices like cinnamon or cardamom. It's sometimes topped with nuts or chocolate, making each bite a rich and satiating experience.
Origin & History — first documented: 1600
With roots as far back as the 8th century in Persian sweets, kurabiye traveled with traders to Turkey, diversifying with local ingredients. They became popular during the Ottoman reign and have since been integrated into holiday and daily customs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g flour
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 🥜 50 g almonds
- 🧂 5 g cinnamon
- 🥚 1 piece egg
Method
- 1 Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 2 Integrate flour, cinnamon, and chopped almonds into the mixture.
- 3 Form dough into small balls and flatten slightly.
- 4 Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.
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