Orange Anise Almond Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1 tablespoon whole anise
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation
Place the rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 180°C. Prepare shallow baking sheets and line them with parchment paper.
On a piece of parchment paper or in a deep bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the almonds, anise, and orange zest.
In the mixer bowl, place the eggs, oil, sugar, and vanilla. Attach the beater and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
Add the flour mixture and mix until dough forms.
Using a large spoon, scoop the cookie dough onto the baking sheets, leaving 1 inch between each cookie.
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.
