Crisp Anise Seed Butter Cookies

My husband's aunt used to make these cookies every Christmas just for him. You must use real anise seeds. They will please everyone's taste buds.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 8 mins
• Total Time: 28 mins
• Calories: 93 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ¼ cup white sugar for decoration
• 3 tablespoons anise seeds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time then stir in the vanilla. Gradually mix in the sifted ingredients and anise seeds until well blended. Cover and chill for several hours or overnight.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/4 inch in thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters. Place cookies 1 1/2 inches apart onto cookie sheets. Sprinkle the tops with a mixture of the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and cinnamon.

Step 3

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until light brown. Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. Happy Holidays!