Italian Easter Bread (Anise Flavored)

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Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 (.25 ounce) package rapid rise yeast
• ⅔ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon anise extract
• 2 tablespoons butter at room temperature
• 2 eggs
• 1 egg, beaten
• ½ tablespoon colored candy decorating dragees, or as desired