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Pizzelle Cookies (Italian Waffle Cookies)
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Instructions
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Preheat the pizzelle iron and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
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Sift together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
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Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs and sugar until completely combined.
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Stir in the butter and anise until combined.
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With the mixer running, slowly add the flour mixture until just combined.
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Drop slightly rounded tablespoons of batter on to each circle of the pizzelle iron and close.
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Bake for 25-35 seconds, or until the cookies are golden brown.
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Carefully remove the hot cookies from the Pizzelle iron and allow to cool on a wire rack.
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Repeat with remaining batter.
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Cool completely, dust with confectioner’s sugar (if desired) and store in an airtight container.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Preheat Your Pizzelle Iron Properly 🔥Allow your pizzelle iron to heat for 3-5 minutes until a drop of water sizzles immediately on contact. This ensures even cooking and those signature crispy, golden edges without burning.
- Chill Your Batter Before Cooking ❄️Refrigerate the batter for at least 30 minutes before cooking to prevent spreading and ensure delicate, lace-like patterns form properly on the iron.
- Toast Your Anise Seeds First 🌟Lightly toast anise seeds in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes before grinding or adding to release their essential oils, intensifying the authentic Italian flavor profile.
- Work Quickly While Warm ⏱️Remove each pizzelle immediately after cooking and quickly shape it (roll, fold, or drape) while still pliable—they harden within seconds as they cool.
- Store with Parchment Paper 📦Layer cooled pizzelles between sheets of parchment paper in an airtight container to prevent them from sticking together and maintain their delicate crispness for up to 5 days.
Recipe Facts
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Vegetarian
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