Ingredients
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. Coarse salt
3 large eggs
1 1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. anise extract
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt into a medium bowl; set aside.Step 2Put eggs in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Mix on medium speed until eggs are fluffy, about 3 minutes. Gradually beat in the sugar until incorporated, about 3 minutes. Mix in anise extract. Reduce speed to low; mix in flour mixture. Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a coupler or a 1/2-inch plain tip (such as an Ateco No. 806). Pipe 1 3/4-inch rounds onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing 1/2 inch apart.Step 3Bake cookies, rotating sheets halfway through, until tops crack and cookies are very pale, 8 to 9 minutes. Transfer to wire racks using a spatula; let cool. Looking for more dessert ideas? Check out our homemade chocolate chip cookie recipes, apple pie recipes, and chocolate cake recipes.
