Vegan Italian Anise Christmas Cookies

Try this vegan version of these traditional Italian Christmas cookies, with a hint of anise, and made with brown sugar and almond butter.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 100 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
• ⅓ cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons anise extract
• ½ cup almond butter
• 1 tablespoon ground flax meal
• 1 teaspoon ground anise seeds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Mix ground flax and water in a bowl; let sit until thickened, about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Combine flour, baking powder, and ground anise seeds in a bowl; mix until well combined. Add flax mixture, almond butter, brown sugar, and anise extract; mix well until a soft dough forms. Shape into 2-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten balls lightly with your hand.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until bottom is lightly golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar.