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Classic Pizzelle Italian Waffle Cookies

Pizzelle are **thin, crispy, and beautifully patterned Italian waffle cookies** that have been a tradition in Italian households for generations. Made with a simple batter of **eggs, sugar, flour, and butter**, these delicate cookies are lightly sweet and flavored with **vanilla, anise, or almond extract**.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • - 3 large eggs
  • - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • - 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 1/2 teaspoon anise extract or almond extract
  • - 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • - 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • - Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • - Pizzelle iron
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Whisk or hand mixer
  • - Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. #### **Step 1: Make the Batter**
  2. In a **mixing bowl**, whisk together **eggs and sugar** until light and fluffy.
  3. Add melted **butter, vanilla, and anise extract**, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together **flour, baking powder, and salt**.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
  6. #### **Step 2: Preheat & Cook**
  7. Preheat your **pizzelle iron** according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  8. Lightly grease the iron with cooking spray or melted butter.
  9. Drop **about 1 tablespoon** of batter onto the center of each pizzelle mold.
  10. Close the lid and cook for **30-45 seconds**, or until golden brown.
  11. #### **Step 3: Cool & Serve**
  12. Use a spatula or fork to gently remove the pizzelle from the iron.
  13. Place on a **cooling rack** to crisp up as they cool.
  14. Optional: Dust with **powdered sugar** for extra sweetness.