Anise Cookies

Michelle Berteig's Note:

This is a holiday tradition in my family for over 40 years. I got the recipe from my mom, for these German cookies. Actually, I am not a fan of anise, so I plan to make them with another flavoring. Recipe yield is unknown, I just entered a random value. Enjoy!

• Total Time: 9 hrs 20 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 9 hrs

Ingredients:

Yield: 48 cookies

• 3 eggs
• 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
• 2 cups sifted flour
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 drops anise oil or 1 teaspoon anise extract

Directions:

1. Beat eggs for 10 minutes.
2. Gradually add the sifted sugar and flour (flour was sifted with the baking powder); add flavoring.
3. Drop by teaspoonfuls on baking sheet covered with wax paper.
4. Let dry for at least 8 hours, then bake at 275F for approximately 8-10 minutes, or until VERY lightly browned.

Reviews

[Iceland]

I used anise powder because that was what i had. They were good. Made for ZWT6

[luvinlif2k]

These are tasty. I'm the only one in my house so YEA! I get them all to myself! I baked them 5 minutes longer than called for (put two sheets in at once) and they still could have been in a bit longer. I will do these again to see if I can get my baking time right. Reviewed for ZWT4.

[TLu]

I love anise but rarely find a recipe I really like for cookies. This one hit the spot. They are very good. I love their texture. Made for ZWT 4.