Combine flour, sugar, butter, anise seed, and salt in a large bowl.

Mix the dry ingredients until the butter is incorporated and the mixture resembles a coarse meal.

Add warm milk, beaten eggs, and dry yeast to the mixture.

Mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

Punch down the dough to release air.

Divide the dough into 10 equal portions.

Braid each portion into a small loaf, starting from the center and braiding both ways.

Place the braided loaves on a baking sheet.

Let the braided loaves rise again until puffy.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown.