Bake The Book: Anise Cookies Recipe

Name: Bake The Book: Anise Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup (4 ounces) vegetable shortening; 1 teaspoon anise seed; 1 tablespoon anise liqueur; Zest of 1 lime; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon anise liqueur; Sifted confectioner's sugar mixed with a bit of freshly ground; or cinnamon, for dusting

Servings: persons

1
Sift the flour into a bowl. Melt the shortening in a small pan and add the aniseed. Heat for a couple of minutes over low-medium heat, making sure they don't burn, and then pour onto the flour. Mix with a spoon carefully but rapidly so no lumps are formed. Add the liqueur and lime zest.
2
Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until a smooth and uniform dough is formed, 3 to 5 minutes. With your hands, roll out pieces about 5 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick, starting in the center and rolling outward so that the pieces are evenly thick. Connect one end of each piece to the other, making a ring, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, about 1 inch apart. Refrigerate until firm.
3
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F. Bake the cookies until slightly firm to the touch, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
4
To make the syrup, combine the water and sugar in a small pot over medium heat and cook until the sugar dissolves, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the liqueur. Dip the tops of the cookies into the syrup and let dry on a rack. Pour any remaining syrup over the cookies and let cool completely.
5
Dust with the confectioner's sugar mixture and enjoy (they are best eaten the same day).

315

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup (4 ounces) vegetable shortening, 1 teaspoon anise seed, 1 tablespoon anise liqueur, and more.

Yes, Bake The Book: Anise Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bake The Book: Anise Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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