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Classic Italian Pizzelle

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3/8 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp real vanilla extract (or anise if preferred)
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 8 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  • Beat the eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla until well combined and smooth. (about 4  minutes on kitchen aid low setting)
  • Stir in the flour and baking powder, mixing until smooth.
  • Stir in the melted butter and mix until smooth.
  • Heat your pizzelle iron and lightly grease with vegetable or canola oil. 
  • Add about a tablespoon of batter to the center of the pizzelle iron and press for about 45 seconds or until golden brown. 
  • Carefully remove the pizzelle and place on to a cooling rack. 
  •  Once cooled, dust with confectioner's sugar. 

Notes

Once cookies are cooled completely, they can be stored in an air tight container for at least one week.