Anisplatzchen Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Beat Large eggs in mixer till fluffy and add in the sugar gradually beating continuously.
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   Continue to beat for 20 min (this time is correct) Add in the dry ingredients that have been sifted together and beat for another three min.
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   Add in anise extract.
4. 4
   Drop on well greased and floured cookie sheets and form a round cookie by swirling the dough with a spoon.
5. 5
   Let stand to dry over night.
6. 6
   Bake at 325 for about 15 min or possibly till cookies are a light golden brown color.
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   Yield about 3 1/2 dozen cookies.
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   NOTE:: Do not even try these unless you like anise.
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   This is an entirely different tasting cookie that originated in Germany.
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    They are very unusual in which they are self frosted tops and can be made well ahead of the holidays and stored in air tight tins.