Vegan Anise Cookies

Steps

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   Prepare applesauce by cutting 2 apples into small chunks, placing them in a pot with half a cup of water, bringing to a boil, then simmering covered on low heat for 15 minutes until soft. If excess liquid remains, continue cooking until it evaporates. Cool completely, then blend with a food processor until smooth.
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   Sift flour and combine with baking powder, salt, sugar, ground anise, and toasted sesame. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.
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   Pour in olive oil and rub the mixture with your fingertips for about 1 minute until the dry ingredients fully absorb the oil.
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   Add the applesauce and knead the dough with your hands for at least 5 minutes until it becomes soft, smooth, and well combined.
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   Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
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   Divide the dough into 20 g portions, roll into balls, then shape each ball into a log about 10 to 12 cm long. Join the ends of each log to form a ring shape.
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   Place the cookie rings about 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.
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   Bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven on the center rack for 13 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown. Lightly brown the tops, then remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
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