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Mexican Anise Delights: Butter Cookies with a Hint of Sherry

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Traditional Mexican Anise Cookies Recipe

Overview

These Traditional Mexican Anise Cookies are a delightful treat infused with delicate anise flavor, perfect for pairing with a rich espresso or enjoying on their own. This recipe holds sentimental value, originating from a co-worker’s contribution during monthly office cookie exchanges.

  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Total Time: 1 hour 42 minutes
  • Recipe Category: Dessert
  • Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Mexican, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
  • Yield: Approximately 36 cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons sherry wine
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (divided)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough:

    • In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of sugar, softened butter, and shortening until light and fluffy.
  2. Incorporate Wet Ingredients:

    • Beat in the egg, sherry wine, vanilla extract, and anise extract until well combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients:

    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Mix the Dough:

    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-egg mixture, stirring until well mixed.
  5. Chill the Dough:

    • Divide the dough into two equal halves. Wrap each half tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until firm but still workable.
  6. Preheat the Oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Prepare Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:

    • In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Set aside.
  8. Roll and Shape the Cookies:

    • On a lightly floured surface, roll out each half of the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes, re-rolling the scraps only once to minimize dough handling.
  9. Bake the Cookies:

    • Place the cut-out cookies on ungreased cookie sheets. Sprinkle each cookie generously with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  10. Bake Until Golden:

    • Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  11. Cool and Enjoy:

    • Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Nutritional Information (Per Cookie)

  • Calories: 112.6
  • Total Fat: 5.6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2.4g
  • Cholesterol: 12.7mg
  • Sodium: 50.1mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 13.8g
    • Fiber: 0.3g
    • Sugar: 7g
  • Protein: 1.1g

These Traditional Mexican Anise Cookies not only embody a rich cultural flavor but also bring a sense of nostalgia from shared moments at the workplace. Their buttery texture and subtle hints of anise make them a perfect treat for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a moment of sweetness with loved ones.

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