SWEDISH ANISE TWISTS

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My family loves the subtle taste of anise, so it's no surprise these pretty twists are often requested. Because anise appears in the dough and topping, everyone gets a doubly delicious dose of their favorite herb.-Geraldine Grisdale, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
3/4 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed aniseed
4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon crushed aniseed

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add milk, butter, sugar, eggs, salt, aniseed and 3 cups of flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down; roll into a 16-in. x 9-in. rectangle. Cut into three 16-in. x 3-in. pieces. Cut each piece into sixteen 3-in. x 1-in. strips. Twist each strip; place 1-1/2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. Combine topping ingredients; brush over twists. , Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until browned. Cool on wire racks.

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