Swedish Anise Twists

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Delicious Swedish Anise Twists for your midday snack
in Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

2 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

2 packages active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup warm milk
1 cup sugar , divided
3 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons crushed anise seed , divided
4 1/2 - 5 cups all-purpose flour , divided
oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
249
Sugar
20g
Fat
6g
Swedish Anise Twists, also known as anisbröd, are a traditional sweet pastry in Sweden. The combination of sweet anise and soft dough come together to create a flavorful and fragrant treat, perfect for an afternoon snack or for dessert. With this recipe, you can create your very own delicious twists to share with family and friends. They are easy to make and the sweet aroma that fills your kitchen will leave everyone's mouth watering. So go ahead, treat yourself to these delightful pastries and enjoy a taste of Sweden wherever you are.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
2.Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in eggs, milk, salt, 1 teaspoon of crushed anise seed, and yeast mixture.
4.Gradually stir in enough flour to form a soft dough.
5.Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
6.Cover and let dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
7.Punch down dough and divide into halves.
8.On a floured surface, roll each half into a 16x10 inch rectangle.
9.Cut each rectangle widthwise into ten 1-inch strips.
10.Twist each strip two or three times.
11.Place twists 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets.
12.Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes.
13.Preheat oven to 375°F.
14.Sprinkle remaining sugar and crushed anise seed over twists.
15.Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
16.Remove from pans to wire racks and cool.

PROS

These Swedish Anise Twists are sweet and fragrant, perfect as a midday snack or for dessert.

Fun to bake with friends or family.

CONS

These pastries are high in sugar and calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The anise flavor may not be suitable for those who do not enjoy licorice.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Swedish Anise Twists themselves are not particularly healthy, the anise seed has been linked to improving digestion and relieving pain and discomfort associated with menstrual cramps and menopause symptoms.

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