ANISE PINE-NUT COOKIES

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Categories     Cookies     Dessert     Bake     Pine Nut     Winter     Anise     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 55 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon double-acting baking powder
1/2 teaspoon aniseed
3/4 cup pine nuts, toasted lightly and cooled

Steps:

  • In a bowl with an electric mixer cream together the butter, the shortening, and the sugars until mixture is light and fluffy and beat in the vanilla. In another bowl whisk together the flour, the salt, and the baking powder and add the flour mixture to the butter mixture. In a food processor or blender grind fine the aniseed and 1/2 cup of the pine nuts, add the mixture to the dough, and blend the dough well.
  • Drop teaspoons of dough 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets, top each cookie with several of the remaining pine nuts, and bake the cookies in a preheated 325°F. oven, switching the positions of the baking sheets halfway through the cooking time for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes, transfer them carefully (the cookies are very delicate) with a metal spatula to racks, and let them cool completely. The cookies keep in an airtight container for 4 days.

Abel Nigusse
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Overall, I thought these cookies were just okay. They weren't bad, but they didn't really wow me either.


MAMAN Lawan
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Imran Tawri
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my cookies didn't turn out as good as I expected. They were a bit dry and crumbly.


Ataullah Sadozai
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These cookies are a bit pricey to make, but they're definitely worth the splurge. They're so delicious and special.


Lori Sellards
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I've never had anise cookies before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They're so delicious and unique.


URS Wadho
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These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I love the way the anise and pine nuts complement each other.


JARIEKONGA EDIMONDINHO
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are now my new favorite.


Asante kenneth
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These cookies are a great way to impress your friends and family. They're sure to be a hit at any gathering.


Kakagboseh Irene
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I made these cookies for my family and they loved them. They said they were the best cookies they've ever had.


Lena Magdy
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Mwebaza Elizabeth
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're a great way to use up leftover pine nuts.


Torie Hicks
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and unique.


Imelda Onome
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I'm not a big fan of anise, but I actually really liked these cookies. The pine nuts add a nice sweetness that balances out the anise flavor.


Ehi Kelvin
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. They're great for parties, picnics, or just a snack.


Ahmad saib
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I love the combination of anise and pine nuts in these cookies. It's a unique and flavorful combination that I've never had before.


Mahendra Sakar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out perfect. They were crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.


charlie lax
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The cookies were easy to make and didn't take long to bake. I will definitely be making them again.


Myrina Perez
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I made these cookies for a holiday party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Sitakunda High Flying Pegion Club Ctg
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These cookies are absolutely delicious! The anise and pine nuts give them a unique and flavorful taste.