Pizzelles Classic Italian Cookies
Delight in the delicate flavor and crisp, lacy texture of Pizzelles, Classic Italian Cookies that are a timeless treat for any occasion. These traditional waffle-style cookies are made with simple pantry staples like eggs, sugar, butter, and flour, and are infused with aromatic vanilla or anise extract for an authentic Italian touch. Perfectly golden and irresistibly light, each pizzelle is crafted using a pizzelle iron, ensuring beautifully intricate patterns in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for holidays, dessert platters, or even a charming accompaniment to coffee or tea. Serve them flat or roll them into elegant shapes like cannoli shells—either way, these crisp delights are sure to impress. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a fantastic make-ahead treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or anise extract)
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until the mixture is light and frothy, about 2-3 minutes.
Melt the unsalted butter and allow it to cool slightly. Gradually add the melted butter and vanilla (or anise) extract to the egg mixture, whisking until well combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a smooth batter forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Preheat a pizzelle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Lightly grease the plates with nonstick cooking spray if necessary.
Spoon a small amount of batter (typically about 1 tablespoon) onto the center of each pizzelle plate.
Close the pizzelle iron and cook for 20-45 seconds, or until the pizzelles are lightly golden brown and crisp. The exact cooking time will depend on your pizzelle iron.
Use a spatula or tongs to carefully remove the pizzelles from the iron and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. If rolling the pizzelles into shapes (like cannoli shells), do so immediately while they are still warm and pliable.
Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pizzelle iron as needed between batches.
Once cooled, store the pizzelles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.3 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 682 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 1264 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.0 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 151.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 445 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
