Anise Cookie Recipe You’ll Instantly Love
Prepare a delightful anise cookie recipe for the festive season. This recipe brings warm, nostalgic tastes and is a delightful addition to your family's cherished traditions.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls – For combining the ingredients.
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer – Cream the butter and sugar, and mix the dough.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons – To measure the ingredients accurately.
- Baking Sheet – For baking the cookies.
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat – line the baking sheet for easy cookie removal.
- Cookie Scoop or Spoon – To portion out the dough for even-sized cookies.
- Cooling Rack – For cooling the cookies once baked.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Ground anise seed Or anise extract can be used
- 1 cup Butter (softened)
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- As needed Confectioners' sugar For dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground anise seed (or anise extract).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined and a dough forms.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes in the fridge to help the cookies keep their shape while baking.
- Once chilled, use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion out the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
- Dust the cooled cookies with confectioners' sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
These anise cookies offer a nostalgic flavor with their distinct licorice-like taste. The recipe requires fresh ground or quality anise extract for the best flavor. Chill the dough before baking to maintain shape and achieve a soft middle with slightly crisp edges.
You can experiment by adding orange zest, chocolate chips or chopped nuts. They make a nice gift in a festive tin or jar. Enjoy these cookies with tea or coffee for a comforting treat.