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

Waffle cookies are a delightful treat that combines the light and crispy texture of a waffle with the sweet and indulgent flavor of a cookie. These Anise Waffle Cookies take that concept to the next level with the addition of aromatic anise flavoring, resulting in a unique and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

The combination of anise and waffle in these cookies creates a truly irresistible taste experience. The anise imparts a slightly sweet and licorice-like flavor...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon anise seed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup shortening
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 3 small eggs
  • 1 drop anise oil
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen cookies

  • Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. Whisk together flour, anise seed, and salt in a bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, mash the shortening until creamy, and stir with all of the sugar, eggs, and anise oil until thoroughly mixed. Stir the flour mixture into the wet ingredients to form a dough. Break off about 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie, and roll into 1-inch balls.
  • Spray the waffle iron with cooking spray. Place dough balls onto the iron, close the lid, and bake until the iron stops emitting steam and the cookies are lightly golden brown, 1 to 3 minutes. Check after about 1 minute. Remove the cookies from the iron and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar while still warm. Cool on wire rack.
  • Nutrition

    89 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 37mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 18mg