Description
Italian Anise Cookies are a charming and flavorful treat that captures the essence of festive baking. Infused with aromatic anise extract, these cookies offer a unique twist on traditional sweets, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion. Their delightfully moist texture, complemented by a sweet glaze and colorful nonpareils, ensures they are not just delicious, but visually appealing as well. Easy to make and adaptable to various tastes, Italian Anise Cookies are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp anise extract (plus extra for glaze)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Nonpareils for decoration
- 1 cup powdered sugar for glazing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add anise extract, then incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the milk.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until combined.
- Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until tops are set; allow cooling briefly before decorating with glaze made from powdered sugar, anise extract, and milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg