Springerles

Separate the eggs, and in a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff.

Beat the yolks with a fork and add them into the whites.

Add the melted butter and anise oil to the egg mixture and beat for about a minute.

Slowly incorporate the powdered sugar into the egg mixture and beat until mixed.

In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, salt and baking powder.

Fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture until fully incorporated. Chill for 2 hours.

Roll out dough on a heavily-floured surface to 1/4″ to 1/2″ thickness.

Roll prints or press with a Springerle board if available, then cut along the lines. If you don’t have a Springerle board or pin, cut into 2.5″ squares.

Place squares on parchment-lined baking sheets and let sit uncovered overnight.

Bake at 350F for 7 to 10 minutes.