Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking Italian Anise Cookies, a cherished treat that brings festive joy to any dessert table. With their moist centers and aromatic anise flavor, these cookies are perfect for gatherings, especially during holiday seasons. Decorated with colorful nonpareils, they not only taste great but also add a charming touch to your celebrations. Easy to prepare and made from simple pantry staples, this recipe allows you to whip up a batch in no time. Whether enjoyed with coffee or shared as gifts, these traditional Italian cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp anise extract
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glazing)
- Nonpareils for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Mix in the anise extract and eggs one at a time, followed by the milk.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper and scoop dough into balls on the sheet.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until tops are just set; cool before decorating.
- For glaze, combine powdered sugar, a teaspoon of anise extract, and milk until smooth; drizzle over cookies and top with nonpareils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 41mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 18mg