How to Make Grandma's Italian Pizzelle Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grandma's Italian Pizzelle Cookies are a cherished family recipe that has been passed down through generations. These delicate, waffle-like cookies are a beloved treat in Italian households, often enjoyed during special occasions and holidays. With their intricate designs and subtle sweet flavor, Pizzelle cookies are a nostalgic reminder of Grandma's love and the traditions she instilled in the family.

Making Pizzelle cookies requires a special tool called a Pizzelle iron, which impri...

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Ingredients

  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ¾ cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon anise extract
  • cooking spray
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 30
  • Yield: 30 pizzelles

  • Preheat a pizzelle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Beat eggs, sugar, and butter together using an electric mixer. Add flour and extracts; beat until combined.
  • Spray the inside of iron lightly with cooking spray.
  • Drop batter by teaspoonfuls into the center of each pizzelle grid. Close lid and bake until steam stops and cookies are light golden brown, 45 to 60 seconds.
  • Peel pizzelle off using a fork and lay flat on a newspaper. Sprinkle with powdered sugar while warm and let sit for 1 minute. Dust the other side. Repeat with remaining batter to make about 30 cookies.
  • Nutrition

    94 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 29mg
    • Sodium: 39mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 15mg