BISCOCHITOS

Ingredients:

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 cup butter, softened to room temperature

1 1/2 teaspoon crushed anise seeds

1 large egg

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup brandy or sweet white wine

Method:

Preheat your oven to 350°C and line a large baking sheet with wax paper. In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of sugar and cinnamon.

Combine butter, remaining sugar, and anise seeds in a medium bowl. Using a whisk or hand mixer, beat until the mixture is light and creamy. Add egg and beat until fully combined

Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into a medium bowl, then whisk to combine. Add half the flour mixture to the bowl and fold until combined, then add half the brandy or wine and stir to combine Repeat the process so that all dry ingredients and brandy or wine are incorporated.

On a clean, lightly floured surface, roll out the dough until it is 1cm thick Cut into preferred shapes and transfer to prepared baking sheet.

Sprinkle cookies with prepared cinnamon sugar and bake until the bottoms are golden for 10 to 14 minutes

Enjoy with your choice of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate!