Pezedes Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🥣 Yield: Approximately 2 dozen cookies
🍽️ Category: Breads
🏷️ Keywords: Greek, European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Free Of…, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Water |
| 1 tablespoon | Lemon juice |
| 4 drops | Vanilla extract |
| 1 cup | Confectioners’ sugar |
Instructions:
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Prepare Syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of sugar, 1/2 cup of water, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Allow the mixture to boil until it reaches a thick syrup consistency.
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Beat Egg Whites:
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
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Combine Syrup and Egg Whites:
- Once the syrup reaches the desired consistency, remove it from the heat.
- Slowly pour the hot syrup into the beaten egg whites, while continuously beating the mixture.
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Add Flavorings:
- Add 4 drops of vanilla extract to the mixture.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar until well blended.
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Prepare Baking Sheet:
- Lightly flour a sheet of waxed paper and place it on a baking sheet.
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Shape and Bake:
- Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, forming cookie shapes.
- Ensure to leave enough space between each cookie to prevent them from sticking together.
- Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 25 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
- These delightful Pezedes cookies are perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee, or for sharing with friends and family as a delicious treat.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 349.5
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 37.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 86.9g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 86.5g
- Protein Content: 2.4g
These delightful Greek Pezedes cookies are not only easy to make but also low in protein and cholesterol, making them a healthier option for those looking to indulge in a sweet treat without compromising on taste. Enjoy the wonderful flavors of lemon and vanilla in every bite, and share the love by baking a batch of these delicious cookies to enjoy with your loved ones.
