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title: "Video: Koulourakia Smyrneika - Orange & Vanilla Cookies"
description: "These traditional Greek Orthodox Easter cookies are made with orange and vanilla, and are a delicious festive treat!"
canonical: "https://www.fooodlove.com/recipe/video/orange-and-vanilla-braided-cookies"
updated: 2022-08-29
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# Video: Orange and Vanilla Braided Cookies

**Watch:** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f53nZUjr8d8

These orange & vanilla braided cookies are traditionally made for Greek Easter celebrations - yes, Greek Orthodox Easter is celebrated on a different date! Called “koulourakia Smyrneika” (cookies from Smyrna), these are cooked up to add to Easter festivities, and gift to friends and family.

In fact, they’re a perfect gift for any time of the year - whip up a batch and take round to a friend’s, I guarantee they’ll thank you! I love to take a quiet ten minute sit down mid-morning, to enjoy a Smyrna cookie and a cup of coffee. Bliss.

The full recipe, with ingredients and steps: [Orange and Vanilla Braided Cookies](https://www.fooodlove.com/recipe/orange-and-vanilla-braided-cookies)