Description
Italian Anise Cookies are a delightful blend of soft texture and unique licorice flavor, making them a perfect treat for any occasion, especially during the festive season. These cookies are easy to make and add a touch of elegance to your dessert table with their beautiful glaze and colorful nonpareils. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply want to enjoy a sweet snack with coffee, these Italian cookies are sure to impress everyone. With straightforward steps and accessible ingredients, you can create a batch of these flavorful delights that will be cherished by family and friends 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 glaze)
- 1 tbsp nonpareils (for decoration)
- 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until well combined.
- Mix in anise extract, milk, and eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in baking powder and salt.
- Line cookie sheets with parchment paper; scoop dough into balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each) and place on prepared sheets with spacing.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until tops are set; cool on sheets before glazing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg