Springerle Cookies

1. 1

   Beat eggs at medium speed of an electric mixer until thick and lemon colored; gradually add sugar, and continue beating 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add lemon rind, baking powder, and enough flour to make a soft dough, beating well.

3. 3

   Chill dough at least 3 hours.

4. 4

   Let dough stand at room temperature 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Turn dough out onto a floured surface, roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness using a regular rolling pin.

6. 6

   Roll with a floured springerle rolling pin, pressing firmly to imprint dough.

7. 7

   Cut cookie squares apart.

8. 8

   Place cookies on a wire rack; cover with a paper towel, and let stand in a cool, dry place about 12 hours to set the design.

9. 9

   Sprinkle anise seeds onto well-greased cookie sheets.

10. 10

    Top with cookies, design side up.

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    Bake at 300F (150C).

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    for 15 minutes or until light yellow, but not golden.

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    Cool on

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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