Anise Sugar Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups (300g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Ground anise: 1 tablespoon (15g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Unsalted butter, cold and diced: 1 cup (227g)
• Large egg: 1
• Milk: 1 tablespoon (15ml)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, anise, and salt.
3. Use your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Beat egg and milk together in a small bowl.
5. Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Do not overmix.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
7. Cut out cookies using a cookie cutter.
8. Place cookies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

Nutritional Information (per cookie):

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and aromatic
• Delicate and crumbly texture
• Infused with the subtle flavors of anise

User Comments:

• "These cookies are absolutely delicious! The anise gives them a unique and irresistible flavor."
• "The perfect balance of sweetness and spice makes these cookies a crowd-pleaser."
• "The texture is so light and fluffy, they melt in your mouth."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make the dough easier to handle, chill it for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
• Do not overbake the cookies, as they will become dry.
• For a sweeter cookie, roll them in granulated sugar before baking.
• Anise sugar cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.