Anise cookies, with their distinctive licorice-like flavor and crisp texture, are a delightful treat that can be enjoyed year-round. Whether you're looking for a classic recipe that has been passed down through generations or a modern twist on this timeless cookie, there are plenty of options to choose from. From simple drop cookies to intricate anise-shaped biscuits, there's an anise cookie recipe out there to suit every taste and skill level. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for crisp anise cookies.
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CRISP ANISE COOKIES
These cookies are wrapped in the spirit of the season. Fresh out of the oven, they have a wonderfully chewy center. Over time, the centers become more crisp, reminiscent of biscotti.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes about 6 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and anise in a medium bowl. Whisk eggs with a mixer on medium speed. Slowly add sugar, increase speed to high, and whisk until thick and glossy, about 10 minutes. Reduce speed to low, and add flour mixture, whisking until just combined.
- Spoon batter into a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2-inch round tip. Pipe 1-inch tapered mounds on baking sheets lined with nonstick baking mats, spacing them 1 inch apart. Bake until firm, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks.
CRISP LEMON COOKIES WITH ANISE FROSTING
I found this recipe on the side of a Krusteaz Lemon Bar mix. I tweaked it to my liking a bit and added the anise frosting and also lemon frosting and came up with these. The cookies are crisp and refreshing and a great summer treat. My daughter loves thick crisp cookies, she is not a fan of softer types. So I wanted something she...
Provided by Deneece Gursky
Categories Cookies
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Cream together butter and pouch of lemon filling mix from krusteaz box. Add in vanilla and pure lemon extracts
- 2. To this add 2 eggs and stir until well blended
- 3. Now add in flour, pouch of crust mix from krusteaz box, soda, and salt. Stir this until dough forms. You may have to knead the dough with your hands. (If sticky add flour to your hands before kneading)
- 4. Take HEAPING Tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Roll in bowl of sugar and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Be sure to place balls at least 2 inches apart because the expand. (I fit 12 cookies on a tray)
- 5. Bake in 350 degree preheated oven for 14 to 16 minutes or until cookies are golden and set.
- 6. Allow cookies to cool and then frost with preferred frosting (we left some unfrosted cause my daughter hates frosting)
- 7. split can of frosting in half to one half add anise extract and to other half add lemon extract, stir both to blend well. Frost cookies.
CRISP ANISE COOKIES
Categories Cookies Dessert Bake Christmas Thanksgiving Fall Winter Anise Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 24 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Sift flour, baking powder and salt into small bowl. Beat butter and 1/3 cup sugar in large bowl until light. Beat in egg yolk, brandy and aniseed. Add dry ingredients and beat just until smooth dough forms.
- Spread remaining 2 tablespoons sugar on small plate. Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Using 2-inch cookie cutter, cut out cookies. Gather scraps, reroll on lightly floured surface and cut out more cookies. Place cookies 1 at a time on sugar on plate; transfer cookies, sugar side up, to 2 ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake cookies until bottom and edges are golden, about 20 minutes. Transfer cookies to rack; cool. (Cookies can be prepared 3 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)
CRISP ANISE SEED BUTTER COOKIES
My husband's aunt used to make these cookies every Christmas just for him. You must use real anise seeds. They will please everyone's taste buds.
Provided by Barbara Carrigan
Categories Desserts Cookies Cut-Out Cookie Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 50
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time then stir in the vanilla. Gradually mix in the sifted ingredients and anise seeds until well blended. Cover and chill for several hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/4 inch in thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters. Place cookies 1 1/2 inches apart onto cookie sheets. Sprinkle the tops with a mixture of the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and cinnamon.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until light brown. Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. Happy Holidays!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 55.2 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
Tips:
- Use unsalted butter at room temperature for a smooth and creamy dough.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a more tender cookie.
- Gradually add the flour to the butter-sugar mixture to avoid overmixing the dough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Bake the cookies in a preheated oven to ensure even baking.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.
Conclusion:
These anise cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their delicate anise flavor and crispy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and simple cookie recipe, give these anise cookies a try!
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