Pizzelle Cookie Recipe (Italian Waffle Cookies)
This pizzelle recipe makes thin, crisp Italian waffle cookies cooked in a pizzelle iron. You whisk eggs and sugar until light, fold in the flour mixture, then flavor with vanilla and a touch of anise. If you’re wondering how to make pizzelles, follow the ingredients and steps below and bake right away—no chilling needed.
Ingredients
For the pizzelle batter
Step-by-Step Method
Preheat the iron
Heat your pizzelle iron. If your iron tends to stick, lightly grease it before the first batch.
Whisk eggs and sugar
In a large bowl, beat the eggs. Add the sugar and whisk for 2–3 minutes, until the mixture looks lighter and slightly foamy.
Add flavorings
Stir in the vanilla and anise seeds so the aroma is evenly distributed.
Combine dry ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps everything bake evenly.
Make the batter
Add the dry mixture to the egg mixture in a few additions. Mix just until smooth; don’t overwork the batter.
Bake the pizzelles
Spoon a small amount of batter onto the iron (adjust to your iron size). Close and bake 30–60 seconds, until lightly golden.
Cool or shape
Remove carefully. Let them cool flat for crisp cookies, or roll into cones/tubes while still warm.
Store
Once fully cool, keep in an airtight container. Store away from humidity to maintain crispness.