Anise Sugar Cookies
Description
Crispy, sweet cookie rings flavored with anise seeds are a classic teatime treat in the Middle East.
Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon anise seeds
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 tablespoon fennel seeds
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 cup corn oil
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1 cup white sugar
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3 eggs
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1 teaspoon vinegar
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3 tablespoons sesame seeds, or as needed
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2
Mix flour, anise seeds, baking powder, fennel seeds, and baking soda together in a medium bowl.
3
Whisk oil, sugar, eggs, and vinegar together in a separate bowl. Pour over flour mixture and mix until dough comes together. Divide dough into small pieces and roll into short ropes. Join ends together to form rings.
4
Arrange cookie rings on the prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 15 to 20 minutes.