Pizzelle Recipe

Ingredients

• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour ((210g))
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs
• ¾ cup granulated sugar ((150g))
• ½ cup unsalted butter ((113g), melted and cooled slightly)
• 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1½ teaspoons anise extract ((optional))
• Powdered sugar (for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the pizzelle iron.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar on high for 3-4 minutes or until thicker and light yellow.

4. 4

   Mix in the melted butter, vanilla, and anise if using.

5. 5

   Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Brush the pizzelle iron lightly with oil or spray with nonstick spray.

7. 7

   Add a heaping tablespoon for each pizzella into the hot iron. Place the batter just behind the center, closer to the hinge, then close and cook for 60-90 seconds or until golden.

8. 8

   Let the pizzelle cool on a wire rack. Lightly dust with the powdered sugar before serving.