 Masghati (left) and Koloocheh (right) | |
| Type | Cookie |
|---|---|
| Place of origin |  Iran |
| Region or state | Shiraz, Fuman, Kermanshah and Khuzistan |
Koloocheh or Kleicha (Persian: کلوچه), also known as Persian New Year Bread,[1] is a Persian stamped cookie or bread, originating in various parts of Iran.[2] There are many variations on the recipe (bready-texture vs. crispy; and stuffed vs. unstuffed) which spans from the Iran to various diaspora communities including in Eastern Europe,[3] and North America.
- ^ Hertzberg, M.D, Jeff; François, Zoë (2018-11-06). Holiday and Celebration Bread in Five Minutes a Day: Sweet and Decadent Baking for Every Occasion. St. Martin's Publishing Group. ISBN 978-1-4668-8977-4.
- ^ Raminrad, Samin (2020-06-21). "Koloocheh Recipe". UNIQOP Online Persian Grocery. Retrieved 2022-12-01.
- ^ Shafia, Louisa (2013-04-16). The New Persian Kitchen. Ten Speed Press. p. 45. ISBN 978-1-60774-357-6.