Grammy's Anise Cookies

Transport your taste buds back to cherished family gatherings with Grammy’s Anise Cookies—a timeless classic infused with the nostalgic warmth of anise extract. These soft, pillowy cookies boast a subtle hint of licorice-like flavor and a tender texture that pairs beautifully with the glossy, sweet powdered sugar glaze. Topped with a sprinkle of festive color, they’re as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Perfect for holiday baking or any special occasion, this easy-to-make recipe is a labor of love, requiring minimal effort yet yielding impressive results. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save them for later, these delicately spiced cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will quickly earn a spot in your family’s recipe book.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 4 units Large eggs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Anise extract
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons Milk (for glaze)
• 0.5 teaspoon Anise extract (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Sprinkles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add the eggs, milk, and anise extract to the bowl. Mix until a smooth, slightly sticky dough forms. If the dough feels too sticky to handle, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until you can work with it comfortably.

Step 5

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.

Step 7

While the cookies are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and anise extract until smooth.

Step 8

Once the cookies are cool enough to handle but still slightly warm, dip the tops of each cookie into the glaze. Allow any excess glaze to drip off before placing the cookies back on the parchment paper.

Step 9

If desired, sprinkle the tops with colorful sprinkles while the glaze is still wet.

Step 10

Allow the glaze to set completely before serving or storing in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1201.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4047.0

Total Fat 123.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1010.1mg	0%
Sodium 2286.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 672.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 339.1g
Protein 71.9g	0%

Vitamin D 204.8IU	0%
Calcium 327.8mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 916.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 65.8%