Description
Italian Anise Cookies are a delightful Italian treat known for their unique flavor and moist texture. Infused with anise extract, these cookies evoke the warmth of the holiday season while being perfect for any occasion throughout the year. With a light, chewy center and a sweet glaze topped with colorful nonpareils, they not only taste amazing but also look beautiful on any dessert table. This easy-to-follow recipe is great for bakers of all skill levels and guarantees to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 2 tbsp milk
- nonpareils
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add anise extract and milk; mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
- Gradually add flour in increments, mixing until combined. Then mix in baking powder and salt.
- Prepare baking sheets with parchment paper. Form dough into balls (about 1.5 tbsp each) and place on sheets spaced apart.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until tops are set and not wet; check with a toothpick.
- Cool for about 10 minutes before decorating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg