How to Make Nonna's Pizzelle - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nonna's Pizzelle is a cherished family recipe that has been passed down through generations. These delicate, intricately patterned Italian waffle cookies are a staple at family gatherings, holidays, and special occasions. Nonna, which means grandmother in Italian, learned the recipe from her own mother, and has since become known for making the best pizzelle in the family.

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Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • ¾ cup shortening (such as Crisco®), melted and cooled slightly
  • 2 tablespoons shortening (such as Crisco®), melted and cooled slightly
  • 1 tablespoon anise seeds, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 mins
  • Total Time: 21 mins
  • Servings: 60
  • Yield: 5 dozen

  • Preheat pizzelle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Mix flour and baking powder together in a bowl.
  • Combine eggs and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat on medium speed until well-blended. Add 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons shortening and beat until blended. Add flour mixture and mix on medium speed until incorporated. Fold anise seeds and vanilla extract into batter with a spatula.
  • Drop a teaspoon of batter onto the preheated iron. Bake until golden, 30 to 40 seconds, or a few seconds longer for darker pizzelle.
  • Nutrition

    80 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 23mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 16mg