Easy Fennel Seed Cookies – Beauty Cooks Kisses

Picture a cookie that whispers of sweet licorice, a gentle warmth that unfolds with each tender bite. These aren’t your everyday sweets; my fennel seed cookies offer a surprisingly delightful twist. The subtle anise-like notes dance on your palate, beautifully enhanced by the creamy embrace of vanilla. And just when you think it can’t get better, a kiss of sugar and cinnamon creates a delightful, slightly chewy crust that gives way to the soft, inviting interior of these utterly addictive little morsels. Therefore, if you’re looking for an easy and lower-sugar treat that’s far from ordinary, then you’ve found it.

Why This Fennel Cookie Recipe

First and foremost, the uniquely warm and subtly sweet licorice essence of these cookies wraps around your senses. It’s a flavor that lingers pleasantly, making you crave just one more – you might find yourself wanting a batch ready at all times!

What’s more, these delightful treats offer a welcome reduction in sugar compared to many traditional cookies. So, if you’re mindful of your sugar intake, whether for health and well-being or simply seeking a lighter indulgence, you can enjoy these with greater pleasure.

And the simplicity! You won’t need a pantry full of obscure ingredients or a mountain of dishes to wash. This recipe comes together with minimal fuss, requiring just a few basic items and no electric mixer – a true joy for any baker, busy or not.

While these drop cookies are certainly delectable treats, they do offer a few thoughtful touches to benefit your health. They’re made with canola oil and contain no added salt, which can be beneficial for those monitoring their sodium. In addition, the hint of cinnamon in the topping not only adds lovely warmth, but it also boasts potential antioxidant properties, as some research suggests.

How to Make Fennel Seed Cookies

Ingredients

2 ¼ cups sifted all-purpose flour
⅓ cup granulated sugar, plus extra for topping
1 ½ tablespoons fennel seeds
⅓ cup canola oil
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, leveled
1 large egg
1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
⅓ cup water

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a large mixing bowl, you whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and fennel seeds until well combined.
3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, canola oil, and water to the dry ingredients. Use a fork to stir until just incorporated. If the dough seems slightly sticky, gradually add a tiny bit more flour until it’s just manageable for scooping. You should be able to scoop about a heaping teaspoon of dough and gently form small balls in your hand.
4. In a shallow dish, combine the extra sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll each dough ball in the sugar-cinnamon mixture until evenly coated.
5. Arrange the coated dough balls on a well-greased cookie sheet or baking pan, leaving a little space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes. Larger cookies may require a few extra minutes. The bottoms should appear lightly golden brown when done.
6. Allow the fennel cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about three minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Savor the delightful flavors and ENJOY!

So there you have it – a simple and satisfying recipe for delightful, lower-sugar fennel seed cookies! I hope you enjoy the unique flavors and the ease of baking these scrumptious treats.

Ready to fill your kitchen with that wonderful aroma? Give this recipe a try and let me know in the comments below how your cookies turned out! I’d love hearing about your baking adventures.

And if you’re looking for more ways to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping the sugar in check, be sure to check out my other low-sugar cookie creations here:

More Low Sugar Dessert Recipes You Might Love

Here are just a few low sugar dessert recipes, but you can find more using my search box.

Lower Sugar Banana Bread – This is moist and just as delicious while having less sugar.

Cinnamon Protein Scones – You can reduce the sugar even further by eliminating the raisins in the recipe.

If you’re searching for an easy and low sugar cookie recipe that has the enticing sweetness of licorice, then my fennel seed cookies can fulfill that need.

Course:

Dessert, Snack

Cuisine:

American

Keyword:

anise flavored cookies, fennel seed cookies, healthy low sugar cookies

Author: Mary Balandiat

• 2 ¼
  cups
  sifted all-purpose flour
• ⅓
  cup
  granulated sugar
  plus extra for topping
• 1 ½
  tablespoons
  fennel seeds
• ⅓
  cup
  canola oil
• 1 ½
  teaspoons
  baking powder
  leveled
• 1
  large egg
• 1 ¼
  teaspoons
  vanilla extract
• ½
  teaspoon
  ground cinnamon
  for topping
• ⅓
  cup
  water

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

2. In a large mixing bowl, you whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and fennel seeds until well combined.

3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, canola oil, and water to the dry ingredients. Use a fork to stir until just incorporated. If the dough seems slightly sticky, gradually add a tiny bit more flour until it’s just manageable for scooping. You should be able to scoop about a heaping teaspoon of dough and gently form small balls in your hand.

4. In a shallow dish, combine the extra sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll each dough ball in the sugar-cinnamon mixture until evenly coated.

5. Arrange the coated dough balls on a well-greased cookie sheet or baking pan, leaving a little space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes. Larger cookies may require a few extra minutes. The bottoms should appear lightly golden brown when done.

6. Allow the fennel cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about three minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Savor the delightful flavors and ENJOY!