Anise Puff Drops 1 cup granulated sugar 3 beaten eggs 1 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 tablespoon anise seeds Gradually add sugar to eggs, beating thoroughly, 20 to 30 minutes by hand, or 10 minutes with an electric mixer. Sift flour and baking powder; add anise seed. Gradually add dry ingredients to sugar mixture. Beat for 2 minutes. Drop by half-teaspoonsful onto greased cookie sheets, spacing 1 inch apart. Let stand overnight at room temperature to dry. Bake 350 degrees F for 9 to 10 minutes. Makes about 7 dozen.