Anise Overnight Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons anise extract
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs and anise extract, and mix until combined.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
5. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
8. Cut out cookies with desired cookie cutters, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
10. Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Anise extract is made from the leaves and seeds of the anise plant.
• Anise extract has a sweet licorice flavor.
• These cookies are best eaten the same day they are baked.