Aniskrabeli and Anisbroetli (Swiss Cookies With Anise)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 6

Delightful Swiss Cookies recipe for your snack time

Aniskrabeli and Anisbroetli (Swiss Cookies With Anise)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

250

Sugar

25g

Fat

Aniskrabeli and Anisbroetli are traditional Swiss cookies that originated in the canton of Zurich. These soft, crunchy and flavorful cookies are popular across Switzerland and a staple during Christmas. The star ingredient in these cookies is the anise, which is a common spice used in Swiss cuisine. Aniskrabeli are small, bite-sized cookies while Anisbroetli are larger, and they have a unique sweet anise taste that is distinctive to Swiss Cookies. These cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings or as a teatime snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
2.	In a bowl, beat the eggs with icing sugar, kirsch, anise seeds and salt until light
3.	Gradually add flour to make a stiff dough.
4.	For Aniskrabeli:
5.	Divide the dough into 2 portions. Roll each portion into sausage shape, 1 1/2 cm diameter on a floured surface. Cut into 3 cm lengths and place on a greased tray.
6.	For Anisbroetli:
7.	Roll the dough on a floured surface to 4 mm thickness.
8.	Cut into rounds using cookie cutters.
9.	Place on a greased & floured baking tray and sprinkle with anise seeds.
10.	Bake both the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
11.	Remove and let it cool.
12.

PROS

These cookies have a rich sweet flavour and have unique sweet anise taste.

They are soft, crispy and crunchy from outside and have a melt-in-your-mouth texture from inside.

Ideal for teatime or as a snack when you are in a mood for some sweet treats.

CONS

These cookies are high on sugar and calories, so they should be consumed in moderation.

May not be suitable for individuals with anise allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Consumption of anise can be beneficial in relieving digestive problems and indigestion.
It may help with menstrual cramps in women and may act as a natural diuretic.
Anise has antimicrobial, antifungal and antioxidant properties which can help fight infections and boost immunity.

	4 eggs
	500 g icing sugar
	2 tablespoons kirsch
	1 tablespoon anise ( for Aniskrabeli seeds and for Anisbroetli ground )
	1 pinch salt
	600 g plain flour