Anise Seed-Cinnamon Cookies: Biscochitos

Anise Seed-Cinnamon Cookies: Biscochitos
Anise Seed-Cinnamon Cookies: Biscochitos is a dairy free and vegetarian hor d'oeuvre. This recipe serves 36. One portion of this dish contains roughly 1g of protein, 0g of fat, and a total of 61 calories. This recipe covers 2% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up salt, flour, lard, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 40 minutes.

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease baking sheets.
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In a small bowl combine sugar, orange zest, and sherry, and set aside to let flavors infuse the sugar. In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine flour, baking powder, anise seed, and salt. In another bowl, beat the lard with an electric mixer until fluffy.
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Add lard and infused sugar to flour mixture and knead until it forms a cohesive mass. On a floured surface, roll dough to a thickness of 1/4-inch.
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Cut into rectangles and pinch 1 of the short sides into deditos (little toes) which will spread apart when baking.
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For the topping, combine cinnamon with sugar in a small bowl.
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Brush rectangles with beaten egg and sprinkle with topping.
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Transfer cookies with a spatula to baking sheet and bake 8 to 10 minutes until crispy and edges are just beginning to turn golden.
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Serve with cota tea or atole.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In40 m.
Servings36
Health Score1
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