Description
Crisp Italian waffle cookies, Pizzelle bring sweet memories of grandma’s kitchen, blending delicate vanilla and anise flavors. Delightful with coffee or enjoyed solo, these traditional treats connect family and heritage in one delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- 3 1/2 cups (440 grams) flour
- 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) sugar
- 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Leavening Agent:
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
Flavoring:
- 2 tablespoons vanilla or anise extract
Instructions
- Whisk eggs vigorously, incorporating sugar gradually until the mixture transforms into a silky, pale consistency.
- Incorporate cooled melted butter and aromatic extract into the egg blend, stirring until fully integrated.
- Sift flour and baking powder together in a separate vessel to eliminate potential lumps.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, creating a smooth, spoonable batter with a glossy sheen.
- Heat pizzelle iron to manufacturer’s recommended temperature, typically around 375°F.
- Deposit a precise dollop of batter directly into the center of the preheated iron’s surface.
- Close iron gently, allowing the delicate wafer to cook for approximately 30-45 seconds until achieving a golden-tan complexion.
- Carefully extract the pizzelle using a fork, transferring it with nimble fingers onto a wire cooling rack.
- Allow pizzelle to cool completely, ensuring a crisp texture and preventing potential sogginess.
- Enhance the wafers by dusting with powdered sugar or embellishing with decadent fillings like Nutella, fruit preserves, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Cool melted butter completely before adding to prevent scrambling eggs and ensure smooth batter consistency.
- Sifting flour eliminates lumps, creating a lighter, more delicate pizzelle texture.
- Use a teaspoon or small cookie scoop for consistent size and even cooking on the pizzelle iron.
- Experiment with different extracts like almond or lemon for unique flavor variations that match personal preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 115 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg