Traditional Italian Pizzelle Cookies
Traditional Italian pizzelle cookies are thin, crisp, and delicately sweet, made with simple pantry ingredients. Light and wafer-like, they’re perfect for holidays, celebrations, or everyday enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 pizzelle
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Griddle
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon anise extract or vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale, thick, and creamy.
- Add melted butter and extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually stir in flour and baking powder until a smooth, thick batter forms. Do not overmix.
- Preheat pizzelle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions. Lightly grease if needed.
- Drop about 1 tablespoon of batter onto the center of each mold. Close iron and cook for 30–60 seconds until lightly golden.
- Remove with a fork or spatula and cool on a wire rack. Shape immediately if desired.
Notes
- For extra-crispy pizzelle, use less batter and cook slightly longer.
- Flavor variations include cocoa, citrus zest, or a mix of anise and vanilla.
- Shape warm pizzelle into cones or bowls for filling.
- Batter can be made a day ahead and refrigerated—bring to room temperature before use.
- Store pizzelle with a piece of dry bread in the container to help maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizzelle
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
