Anise Cookies IV

Cool anise-flavored drop cookies are delicious with coffee or tea.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 8 mins
• Total Time: 18 mins
• Calories: 101 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.