Tortas de Anís

Tortas de Anís are delightful, sweet anise-flavored cookies that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a perfect snack for any occasion. These traditional Spanish treats are simple to make and can be enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 150 grams
• Granulated sugar - 80 grams
• Butter (unsalted, softened) - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Anise seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Milk - 30 milliliters

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, anise seeds, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until a dough forms.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
7. Flatten each dough ball slightly with your fingers.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 29 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.03 L

Health Benefits

• Anise seeds are known for their digestive benefits and can help relieve bloating.
• These cookies can provide a quick source of energy due to their carbohydrate content.

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