Pizzelle Recipe

Pizzelle are delicate, crisp Italian waffle cookies with beautiful embossed patterns and a light, buttery flavor. This classic pizzelle recipe is simple to prepare using a pizzelle maker and creates perfectly thin cookies that are lightly crisp around the edges and tender in the center. Whether you’re making them for Christmas, family gatherings, or an everyday sweet treat, these traditional Italian cookies are always a favorite. Discover more flavorful recipes like Pizzelle Recipe right here.

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon anise extract (optional for traditional flavor)
• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Directions

• Preheat your pizzelle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add the melted butter, vanilla extract, and anise extract. Mix until smooth.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
• Lightly grease the pizzelle iron if needed.
• Place about 1 tablespoon of batter onto the center of each pizzelle pattern.
• Close the lid and cook for 30 to 60 seconds, or until the cookies are lightly golden.
• Carefully remove the pizzelle with a spatula and place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
• Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 24 cookies
• Yield: 24 pizzelle cookies