Anise Waffle Cookies

Recipe View Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. (Approximately 5 minutes)

Recipe View In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, anise seed, and salt until well combined. (Approximately 2 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate bowl, cream the shortening until light and fluffy. Add both the granulated sugar amounts, eggs, and anise oil. Mix until the mixture is smooth and uniform. (Approximately 5 minutes)

Recipe View Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. The dough should be firm but pliable. (Approximately 3 minutes)

Recipe View Spray the preheated waffle iron with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Recipe View Take approximately 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a 1-inch ball. Place the dough balls onto the prepared waffle iron, being careful not to overcrowd it.

Recipe View Close the waffle iron and bake until the steam subsides and the cookies are lightly golden brown. This typically takes 1 to 3 minutes, but keep a close watch after the first minute to prevent burning. (Approximately 1-3 minutes)

Recipe View Carefully remove the waffle cookies from the iron and place them on a wire rack to cool slightly.

Recipe View While the cookies are still warm, dust them generously with confectioners' sugar. Allow the cookies to cool completely on the wire rack before storing.