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.

Rao Muzammil tecnical
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still a good recipe.


Blessing Brume
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I love the anise flavor in these cookies. It's so unique and delicious.


Orapeleng joseph Moabankwe
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These cookies are so cute and festive. I can't wait to make them for my holiday party.


Luke Mcsween
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cookies turned out flat and hard.


Wemerson Souza
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These cookies were a hit at my Christmas party! Everyone loved them.


Edward Dandison
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I'm definitely going to make these cookies again. They're so delicious and festive.


Mvelase Matshoba
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still a good recipe.


Alexa Torres
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I love how easy these cookies are to make. They're perfect for a last-minute dessert.


Nkosinathi Vetju
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These cookies were a bit too dry for my taste, but the anise flavor was nice.


Roy Pp
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I'm not a big fan of anise, but I thought these cookies were delicious. The frosting is especially good.


Joshua Boyer
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These cookies are perfect for a winter party. They're festive and flavorful, and they're sure to be a hit with your guests.


Agbebiyi Haliyah
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I had trouble getting the frosting to set, but the cookies were still delicious.


Wainise Weleilakeba
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The cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but the anise flavor was nice.


Puneet Kaur
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These cookies were easy to make and turned out beautifully. I'll definitely be making them again.


Golden Hand
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I love the combination of anise and sugar in these cookies. It's a unique and flavorful twist on a classic recipe.


Annamarie Bleeker
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so festive and delicious, and the anise flavor is a nice touch.