Description
Classic Pizzelle are traditional Italian waffle cookies known for their delicate, crisp texture and subtle anise flavor. These thin, beautifully patterned cookies are made from a simple batter of eggs, sugar, butter, and flour, flavored with vanilla and anise or almond extract. Perfect for festive occasions or everyday treats, pizzelle can be enjoyed plain or filled with delicious creams or chocolate.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3 large Eggs
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Anise Extract (or almond extract for a different flavor)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- Pinch of Salt
Optional
- Powdered Sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Pizzelle Iron: Preheat your pizzelle iron following the manufacturer’s instructions. If unavailable, a waffle maker may be used as a substitute.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and frothy. Add the melted butter, vanilla extract, and anise or almond extract and mix thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure an even texture.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a smooth batter forms without lumps.
- Grease the Iron: Lightly grease the pizzelle iron with cooking spray or brush with melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pizzelle: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter (adjust based on your iron size) onto the center of the iron. Close the lid and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until the pizzelle turn golden brown and crisp.
- Cool Cookies: Carefully remove the pizzelle from the iron and place them on a wire rack to cool, allowing them to crisp up fully.
- Serve: Optionally dust the cooled pizzelle with powdered sugar. Enjoy them plain or filled with creams like whipped cream, mascarpone, or chocolate spreads.
Notes
- For different flavors, substitute anise extract with almond extract.
- Cooking time may vary based on the pizzelle iron model; monitor closely to avoid burning.
- Use a wire rack to cool the pizzelle so they remain crisp rather than soggy.
- Store pizzelle in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Pizzelle can be shaped into cones or tubes while still warm for decorative presentations.
