Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our enticing Italian anise cookies, a traditional treat that captivates taste buds with its distinct anise flavor and charming appearance. These cookies, also known as Biscotti all'Anice, are a beloved part of Italian culture, often enjoyed during festive occasions and as a sweet ending to meals. In this article, we present not just one, but three irresistible recipes that cater to various preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your baking adventure, we have the perfect recipe for you. Discover the classic Italian anise cookie recipe, featuring a blend of anise seeds and citrus zest for a delightful flavor combination. For those who love a touch of elegance, try our iced anise cookies, where a sweet and shiny glaze adds a sophisticated touch. And for those seeking a playful twist, our anise cookies with sprinkles bring a burst of color and fun to your cookie jar. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, we guide you through the baking process, ensuring that each cookie turns out perfectly. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking adventure together!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
ITALIAN ANISE COOKIES WITH ICING AND SPRINKLES
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
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
ITALIAN COOKIES WITH ANISE
Every family reunion since I can remember my great Aunt Nin brings anise-flavored Italian cookies that everybody loves. I figured out her exact recipe by trial and error but don't tell her! Sprinkle with nonpareils or sprinkles when icing is still wet, but hurry, they dry fast!
Provided by AliciaVR6
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 55m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Beat butter and sugar for dough together in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and anise extract and blend. Combine flour and baking powder in a separate bowl; stir into butter mixture until blended.
- Take a ping pong-sized ball of dough and roll between your hands to form a rope. Connect the ends and twist into a figure 8 shape. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough.
- Bake in batches in the preheated oven until edges are golden, about 10 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Mix milk into confectioners' sugar for icing, stirring slowly. Add the anise extract and vanilla extract.
- Dip cooled cookies into the icing face-down and lay on wax paper or a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 27.1 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
ITALIAN ANISE COOKIES WITH ICING AND SPRINKLES RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by á-25630
Number Of Ingredients 14
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.
ITALIAN COOKIES WITH SPRINKLES
One of my grandma's favorite cookie recipes. These are very traditional Italian cookies with sprinkles flavored with anise extract. If you don't know what anise is, the flavor is very similar to black licorice.
Provided by michspad
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 45m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Beat butter and sugar together until creamy. Stir in anise extract and lemon extract. Blend in eggs. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl; blend into egg mixture until dough is almost crumbly but stays together when you roll it in your hands.
- Form dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges are set and golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven. Cool on the baking sheet briefly before removing to a wire rack to cool completely, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine powdered sugar and milk in a bowl. Glaze cooled cookies and top with sprinkles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 64 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
Tips:
- Use fresh anise seeds for the best flavor. Ground anise seeds can be used, but they will not have as strong a flavor as fresh seeds.
- Be sure to chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
- Do not overbake the cookies. They should be baked until they are just set, but still slightly soft in the center.
- Let the cookies cool completely before icing them. This will help the icing set properly.
- Use a variety of sprinkles to decorate the cookies. This will make them more festive and fun.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Italian anise cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be decorated in a variety of ways, making them a great option for bakers of all skill levels. So next time you are looking for a sweet and flavorful cookie, give these Italian anise cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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