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Pizzelle Cookies

Traditional Italian pizzelle cookies are crisp, lacy, and flavored with anise, perfect for holiday celebrations and cozy afternoons.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 65
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled Can use unsalted; add a pinch of salt if using
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon anise extract OR 1 teaspoon anise seeds Substitute: 1 tsp vanilla + 1/4 tsp almond for a different flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt and cool the butter. It should be warm, not hot.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cooled melted butter and sugar together until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs and your choice of anise extract or anise seeds. Beat until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour and baking powder together.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until you have a smooth, slightly thick batter. Don’t overmix.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your pizzelle iron until it reaches baking temperature.
  2. Once hot, brush the plates lightly with melted butter or spray them with non-stick spray.
  3. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into the center of the iron.
  4. Close the lid and bake. Most pizzelles are done in 20–45 seconds.
  5. Carefully lift the lid and remove the pizzelle with a small spatula or fork. Place on a cooling rack to crisp.
  6. Repeat until the batter is used.

Notes

For dairy-free, use melted coconut oil instead of butter. Store cooled pizzelles in an airtight container layered with parchment for up to 7 days.