Best 6 Anisplatzelenself Frosting Anise Drops Recipes

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**Spice up your holiday baking with the delectable Anisplätzchen (Self-Frosting Anise Drops) and embark on a culinary journey to explore the realm of these exquisite cookies.**

Savor the delightful crunch of these bite-sized treats, infused with the aromatic essence of aniseed, and witness the mesmerizing self-frosting phenomenon that transforms them into glistening gems. Indulge in the classic recipe, offering a timeless taste experience, or venture into creative variations like the Chocolate-Dipped Anisplätzchen, where the rich flavors of dark chocolate and anise harmoniously blend.

Discover the secrets behind the perfect Anisplätzchen dough, ensuring that every bite delivers the ideal balance of crispness and softness. Learn the art of shaping these cookies into their signature drop shape, a technique that adds both visual appeal and textural contrast.

Unravel the mystery of the self-frosting magic, understanding the science behind this mesmerizing process. Explore the role of humidity and the delicate balance of ingredients that come together to create a glossy, crackled surface that elevates these cookies from ordinary to extraordinary.

Delve into the intricacies of baking with aniseed, uncovering its unique flavor profile and the culinary heritage it brings to these traditional German cookies. Gain insights into the different types of aniseed available, their varying intensities, and how to incorporate them into your baking endeavors.

Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking to expand your repertoire or a novice eager to embark on a new baking adventure, this comprehensive guide to Anisplätzchen (Self-Frosting Anise Drops) will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create these delectable treats that will undoubtedly become cherished holiday favorites.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GERMAN ANISE DROPS (ANISSCHEIBEN)



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Make and share this German Anise Drops (Anisscheiben) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 22m

Yield 4 doz

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 extra large eggs (1/2 cup)
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon anise oil
1 2/3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Beat the eggs, sugar, and anise oil until thick and piled softly.
  • Sift flour and baking powder together, add in fourths to egg sugar mixture, blending thoroughly after each addition.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased cookie sheets.
  • Set cookie sheets aside in a cool place (not in refrigerator) 8 to 10 hours or overnight. Do not cover and do not disturb!
  • Bake at 350°F 5 to 7 minutes. About 4 dozen cookies.
  • Canadian Family Cookbook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.9, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 122.7, Sodium 64.3, Carbohydrate 90, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 50.3, Protein 9

ITALIAN ANISE COOKIES WITH ICING AND SPRINKLES



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These delicate cake-like cookies are glazed with icing and topped with colorful candy sprinkles. They have a mild anise flavoring, which is very typical of Italian baked goods. My family always served these cookies at holidays, weddings or special celebrations, but now that I know the recipe, I can enjoy them all year long!

Provided by CookinDiva

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 1h10m

Yield 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons anise extract (or almond extract)
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (may need up to 3 cups)
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 -3 tablespoons milk
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons milk
1/8 teaspoon anise extract
food coloring
decorative candy sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • For cookies, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing after each addition. Add anise extract.
  • Blend flour and baking powder. Start by adding about 1/3 of these dry ingredients to the butter/sugar in your mixer, then add 1 T. milk. Add another third of the flour and another 1 T. milk. Finally, mix in enough of the remaining flour until your dough is like a brownie batter (it should be softer than a drop cookie dough).
  • Use a 1 T. cookie scooper to make simple round drop cookies - use wet fingers to pat any rough edges OR for an Easter-Egg look, roll 1 T. dough into an elongated ball.
  • Bake cookies 10-12 minutes (they won't be brown but the insides will be soft and cake-like).
  • For icing: mix sugar, milk and extract to make a sugar glaze. HINT: When I make the icing, I make it thick but then I microwave it for 10 seconds so it is thin enough for dipping. Also, I like to divide the mixture in thirds, and then add ONE DROP of food coloring to each batch (pink, green, yellow).
  • Hold cookie in your hand and turn upside down so you can dip the top half in the glaze; turn over and immediately top with sprinkles so they will stick.
  • Allow icing to harden overnight; then store in air-tight containers or freeze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.2, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 54.1, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 8.4, Protein 1.4

SELF-FROSTING ANISE COOKIES



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An old German recipe I found in my recipe collection, similar to the cookies commercially sold around Christmas time. Prep time doesn't include standing time.

Provided by L DJ3309

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 59m

Yield 10 dz

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/4 cups sifted flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons anise extract

Steps:

  • Sift flour, baking powder and salt together several times.
  • Beat eggs at low speed until frothy, turn mixer to medium, slowly, gradually beat in sugar (about 1 tbl at a time) Turn mixer to a low speed; add sifted dry ingredients slowly, beat 15 minutes longer, blend in anise.
  • Using small cookie scoop or teaspoon drop onto greased cookie sheets,work quickly.
  • Allow to stand in a cool place several hours or over night, the top of the cookie should be dry to the touch.
  • Bake at 325 F about 14 minutes, should not brown.
  • Makes about 10 dz.

FROSTED ANISE COOKIES



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I love anise flavoring, and my nana loved sugar cookies, so I put them together. These have a soft, from-scratch texture. It's hard to stop at just one! -Rachele Angeloni, North Providence, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon anise extract
2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting
Holiday sprinkles

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, baking soda and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., Spread cookies with frosting and decorate with sprinkles. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

FROSTED ANISE SUGAR COOKIES



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These soft, cake-like cookies have a pleasant anise flavor that's distinct but not overpowering. I add red and green sprinkles for Christmas, but you could decorate them to suit any occasion.-Janice Eanni, Willowick, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
6 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon anise extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
GLAZE:
3 cups confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons butter, softened
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk
Colored sprinkles, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until light brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For glaze, in a large bowl, mix confectioners' sugar, butter, vanilla and enough milk to achieve spreading consistency. Dip tops of cookies into glaze. If desired, decorate with sprinkles. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

TRADITIONAL ANISE COOKIES



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This authentic anise cookie is my mothers recipe. The use of anise oil (available behind the counter from your pharmacist)sets this cookie apart from the rest. You can make these cookies in November and store them in a tightly covered tin to let them age and mellow, ready for Christmas.

Provided by BonnieZ

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 dozen cookies, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 large eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups sifted flour
1 teaspoon anise oil (not extract see above)

Steps:

  • With a Kitchenaid mixer: beat eggs 20 minutes with 2 cups of granulated sugar (yes I mean 20 minutes as this is what will make the cookies light as a feather with a crisp melt in you mouth top crust).
  • Add flour gradually, beating well after each addition. Add 1 tsp anise oil and blend well.
  • Drop by tablespoonsful onto greased cookie sheets and let stand in a draft free place overnight.
  • Bake in a 375°F oven for 10 minutes until light golden but do not brown.
  • Cool on baking racks thoroughly before storing.
  • Store in a tightly covered cookie tin (not plastic).
  • The longer you let the cookie age, the better it will be.

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect consistency, use cold butter and make sure the ingredients are chilled before mixing.
  • Some recipes suggest chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking, as this helps the cookies hold their shape better.
  • To prevent the cookies from browning too quickly, bake them in the middle of the oven.
  • Keep an eye on the cookies while they're baking and remove them from the oven as soon as the edges start to brown.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

These anisplätzle cookies are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed on any occasion. With their unique flavor and self-frosting, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special cookie recipe, give these anisplätzle cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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