Best 2 Italian Anise Toast Recipes

**Italian anise toast: A delightful treat for any occasion**

Italian anise toast is a classic Italian cookie that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a sweet and flavorful cookie that is perfect for any occasion. This article provides recipes for three different types of Italian anise toast: traditional, chocolate chip, and orange zest. Each recipe is easy to follow and results in a delicious and festive cookie. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, you are sure to find a recipe in this article that you will love. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake some delicious Italian anise toast!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ANISETTE TOAST

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Anise flavored Italian biscotti-like cookie that is lighter and softer in texture. This 'twice baked' cookie is enjoyable with a cup of coffee or anytime.

Provided by Linda

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup softened butter
1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
4 teaspoons anise extract

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl; set aside. Grease 2 baking sheets.
Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until fluffy. Beat in one egg until completely incorporated, then another. Beat in the last egg along with the anise extract. Mix in the flour until just incorporated. Divide the dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Form each portion into a 12-inch long log, 1/2-inch thick.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden and firm to the touch, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven, and allow to cool 5 minutes. Cut into 3/4-inch thick slices using a serrated knife, and place cut-side-down onto the baking sheets. Return to the oven, and bake 5 to 10 minutes until the bottoms turn golden brown. Turn the cookies over, and continue baking until golden brown on the other side, 5 to 10 minutes more. Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Cholesterol 56.7 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 201.3 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

ANISETTE TOAST (ITALIAN BISCOTTI)

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Categories Chocolate Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3/4 cup oil
2 cups sugar
6 eggs
1 Tbl. vanilla or almond extract
1/4 cup Anise oil or extract, or Anisette liqueur
4 tsp. baking powder
pinch of salt
4 cups flour
3/4 cup chopped, toasted nuts (such as almonds, pistachios, hazelnuts, cashews, etc)
1-1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, or chocolate of choice
1 Tbl. shortening

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Grease and flour a deep (about 1-2 inch deep) cookie sheet (such as a jelly roll pan). Mix the oil and sugar in a medium bowl. In a separate bowl mix the eggs, vanilla, and Anisette. Add this to the sugar/oil mixture. Then add the baking powder and salt to the sugar/oil/egg mixture. Mix well. Place the flour in a large bowl and make a well in the center. Pour the sugar/oil/egg mixture into the flour and mix till well combined. Add in the nuts. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth it out. Bake at 350ºF until light brown on top and firm in the center - about 35 minutes. Once baked, cut into long, narrow slices and toast, spread out on the cookie sheet, on all sides in a 300ºF oven until crunchy (toasting time may be vary between 10-20 minutes, depending on how moist the cookies are). Be careful not to burn them. For a chocolate dipped Biscotti, melt semi-sweet chocolate and shortening over a double boiler, and dip the cooled cookies on one side into the chocolate. Place on wax paper and allow chocolate to set.

Tips:

Choose fresh anise seeds: Fresh anise seeds impart a more intense and flavorful taste to the toast. Look for plump and aromatic seeds.
Toast the anise seeds: Toasting the anise seeds enhances their flavor and aroma. Toast them in a pan over medium heat until fragrant.
Use good quality bread: The type of bread you use can greatly impact the taste of the toast. Choose a hearty and flavorful bread that can hold up to the anise flavor.
Butter the bread generously: Butter helps to enhance the flavor of the anise seeds and create a crispy crust.
Sprinkle the anise seeds evenly: Make sure to distribute the anise seeds evenly over the buttered bread so that each bite has a consistent flavor.
Toast the bread until golden brown: Toast the bread until it reaches a golden brown color. This will ensure that the bread is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Serve warm: Italian anise toast is best served warm. Enjoy it as a snack, breakfast, or dessert.

Conclusion:

Italian anise toast is a simple yet delightful treat that combines the flavors of anise, butter, and bread. It is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, breakfast, or dessert. With its unique flavor and aroma, Italian anise toast is sure to become a favorite in your household.