Ingredients for Ya Mamma's Frosted Anise Cookies Copycat
- Unsalted Butter
- ½ cup vegetable shortening
- Granulated Sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon anise extract for frosting
- Light Cream
- ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter for frosting
- Powdered Sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk for frosting
- Colored Sprinkles
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How to Make Ya Mamma's Frosted Anise Cookies Copycat
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, ½ cup vegetable shortening, and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 teaspoon anise extract.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
- Gently flatten each ball with a fork.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove cookies from oven and let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While cookies cool, prepare the frosting: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter.
- Stir in 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and ½ teaspoon anise extract until smooth and creamy.
- Once cookies are completely cool, dip the tops or sides into the frosting, and then immediately into sprinkles (optional).
- Let frosting set before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
49g
Fat
10g
Carbs
7g
