Lemon Anise Cookie Cups
Delight your taste buds with these elegant Lemon Anise Cookie Cups, a perfect blend of citrusy brightness and the warm, aromatic essence of anise. These bite-sized treats are baked to perfection in a mini muffin pan, creating their signature "cup" shape that's as charming as it is delicious. With the zesty kick of lemon zest and the subtle sweetness from a powdered sugar dusting, these cookies are the perfect balance of refreshing and indulgent. Ready in only 12 minutes of baking time, they’re an ideal addition to afternoon tea, festive celebrations, or simply as a sophisticated dessert option. Simple ingredients and a unique flavor profile make these lemon anise cookies a must-try for lovers of creative, homemade confections.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon anise extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for decoration)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a handheld or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg, followed by the lemon zest and anise extract, until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough into each cup of the prepared mini muffin pan, pressing lightly to even the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the cookie cups to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the tops of the cookie cups with powdered sugar for a decorative finish.
Serve and enjoy the Lemon Anise Cookie Cups with tea, coffee, or as a delightful standalone treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 15 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
