Anise Almond Cookies Recipe

Ingredients for Anise Almond Cookies

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sliced almonds
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• Anise Extract

How to Make Anise Almond Cookies

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup sliced almonds, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon anise extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.