Soft Italian Anisette Cookies

Soft Italian Anisette Cookies, a vegetarian treat perfect for holiday gatherings. These cookies are gluten, egg, and dairy-free, making them suitable for various dietary needs. Their tender texture and anise icing create a unique taste that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.

Versatile in their use, these cookies can be enjoyed as a festive dessert or a delightful snack. Packed with flavor, they offer a comforting sweetness that everyone will love.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 36

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Overview

These Italian Anisette Cookies are a holiday favorite, known for their super soft and tender texture. They are even more delightful when drizzled with a sweet anise icing, making them a perfect treat for festive occasions.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Eggs, Dairy

Cuisine

Italian

Ingredients

• 4 Cups (c) all-purpose flour
• 1 Cup (c) white sugar
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) baking powder
• 0.75 Cup (c) vegetable oil
• 0.5 Cup (c) milk
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) anise extract

Icing

• 1 Cup (c) confectioners' sugar
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) hot water
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) anise extract

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease or line cookie sheets.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and baking powder. Make a well in the center and add the oil, milk, eggs, and 1 tablespoon of anise extract. Mix together to form a workable dough.
3. Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls, flatten them slightly, and place them 1 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
4. Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, about 8 minutes.
5. While the cookies are baking, prepare the icing by mixing the confectioners' sugar, hot water, and 1 teaspoon of anise extract until smooth.
6. Once the cookies are baked, spoon or drizzle the icing over the warm cookies and allow them to cool completely.

Enjoy these delightful Italian Anisette Cookies with your favorite hot beverage!