Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 cup Sugar (granulated)
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1 cup Shortening
  • 3 large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 3 tsp Anise extract
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup Sesame seeds (raw)
  • 1/2 cup Milk

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium-size bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a large bowl cream together the sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, anise extract, and vanilla extract mix until well combined.
  • Add the dry ingredients and mix on low until just blended.
  • Roll the dough into 2-inch fingers ( about the size of your pinky finger) or logs. Dip into the milk and then roll in the sesame seeds to coat evenly. Place about 1 1/2″ to 2 inches apart on the baking pan.
  • Bake for 17-20 minutes until browned as desired.
  • Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.