How to Make Anise Cookies IV - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of traditional holiday flavors, then you're going to love these Anise Cookies IV. With their delicate anise flavor and crisp texture, these cookies are a perfect addition to any Christmas cookie spread. The combination of ground anise and vanilla extract gives these cookies a truly unique and aromatic flavor that is sure to impress your friends and family.

These cookies are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a little...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons anise extract
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Additional Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 4 dozen cookies

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening, sugar and eggs until smooth. Stir in the anise extract. Combine the flour and baking powder; stir into the wet ingredients. Scoop out spoonfuls and roll into balls. Place balls 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until light brown. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Frost when cool if desired.
  • Nutrition

    101 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 39mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 22mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 20mg