Nazook (Armenian Pastry)

Nazook (Armenian Pastry) recipe pinit

Nazook is a traditional Armenian pastry that is often enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins
Servings: 12 Calories: 3120
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolks, sour cream, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and wrap each in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out one portion of the dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
  8. Spread a thin layer of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the dough.
  9. Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log.
  10. Cut the log into 1-inch (5 cm) pieces and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  11. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
  12. Brush the tops of the pastries with milk.
  13. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  14. Allow the pastries to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 260kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
Sugars 10g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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