LOW-FAT ANISE COOKIES

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A low fat version of anise cookies based on HeatherFeather's posting of the Yankee magazine version of Ya Mamma's Frosted Anise Cookies

Provided by spicygrits

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 32m

Yield 3 dozen, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fat-free margarine
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
3 1/2 cups flour
7 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon anise extract
2/3 cup skim milk
1 tablespoon fat-free margarine
2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup skim milk
1 1/2 teaspoons anise extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cream Promise spread and sugar until smooth.
  • Add eggs and milk and beat well.
  • Slowly add in flour mixture (flour, baking powder, & salt) and mix well.
  • Drop dough by spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.
  • Flatten slightly and bake about 12 minutes before they start to brown.
  • Remove from oven and place on cooling racks.
  • When completely cool you may frost them.
  • Frosting: Mix Promise spread, sugar, milk, and anise extract until smooth.
  • Use to frost cooled cookies.
  • Decorate as desired.

Jordan Bush
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the anise. I will definitely be making these cookies again.


Zameer Hassan
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I'm not a huge fan of anise, but I thought I would give these cookies a try. I'm glad I did! The anise flavor was subtle and not overpowering. The cookies were also very easy to make.


Redzad Bakalovic
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These cookies were absolutely delicious! The anise flavor was perfect and the cookies were the perfect texture. I will definitely be making these again.


selim arefin
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These cookies were a bit too soft for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would chill the dough for longer next time.


Nagina Mehta
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I love the unique flavor of these cookies. The anise and lemon zest pair perfectly together. The cookies are also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Luna Luna Al taki
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These cookies were a bit dry, but they had a nice anise flavor. I think I would add more butter next time.


Edward Landvik
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out perfectly. They were light and fluffy, with just the right amount of anise flavor. I will definitely be making these cookies again.


Sophie Hannawalt
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


King Quagsire
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I've never been a big fan of anise, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The cookies were surprisingly delicious. The anise flavor was subtle and well-balanced, and the cookies were perfectly crispy on the outside and ch


William Stanley
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These cookies were delicious! I made them for a cookie exchange and they were a hit. The anise flavor was not overpowering, and the cookies were the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Amran Ali
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I love anise cookies, and this recipe did not disappoint! The cookies were soft and chewy, with just the right amount of anise flavor. I also appreciated that the recipe was easy to follow and didn't require any special ingredients.


Hamid Nawaz
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These anise cookies were a delightful treat! The combination of anise and lemon zest created a unique and flavorful cookie that was both sweet and slightly tangy. The cookies were also very light and airy, with a delicate crumb. I would definitely re