Description
Pizzelle are traditional Italian Christmas cookies known for their delicate, crisp texture and beautiful patterns impressed by a pizzelle iron. Made from a simple batter of eggs, sugar, flour, butter, and flavorings like vanilla, these thin, waffle-like cookies are quick to make and perfect for holiday celebrations or anytime you desire a light, sweet treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (149g) granulated sugar
- 3/8 teaspoon table salt
- 1 teaspoon King Arthur Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 3/4 cups (210g) King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and slightly fluffy.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the flour and baking powder to the egg mixture, mixing until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Incorporate butter: Pour in the melted unsalted butter and mix again until the batter is thick, soft, and homogenous.
- Preheat pizzelle iron: Heat your pizzelle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions, and grease the plates lightly to prevent sticking.
- Cook pizzelle: Place a spoonful of batter on the iron and cook for about 45 seconds to 2 1/2 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown and crisp, following your iron’s guidance.
- Cool and trim: Carefully remove each pizzelle from the iron and cool them on a wire rack. Use scissors to trim any uneven or ragged edges if desired.
- Optional finishing touch: Dust the cooled pizzelle lightly with confectioners’ sugar for an elegant look and subtle sweetness.
- Store properly: Enjoy pizzelle immediately for best texture, or store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze up to one month.
Notes
- Be sure to grease your pizzelle iron plates before each batch to prevent sticking.
- The batter will thicken as it sits; work relatively quickly to maintain the best consistency.
- Pizzelle can be shaped while warm for curls or tubes if looking for decorative presentation.
- Use high-quality vanilla extract for best flavor.
- To store, ensure pizzelle are completely cooled to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookie
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Pizzelle, Italian cookies, Christmas cookies, traditional Italian dessert, waffle cookies, holiday cookies
