Vanilla Pizzelle
Prep
20 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
24
Difficulty
Easy
Vanilla Pizzelle are delicate, crispy waffle cookies made with all purpose flour, sugar, eggs, melted butter and pure vanilla extract. These Italian inspired treats come together quickly with just 20 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking time. Perfect for anyone seeking an elegant yet simple dessert or accompaniment to coffee, Vanilla Pizzelle offer a lovely combination of sweetness and vanilla flavour.
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Ingredients
- 200 gall-purpose flour
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 2eggs
- 100 gunsalted butter, melted
- 2 mLpure vanilla extract
- 1 gsalt
- 2 gbaking powder
- 20 gconfectioners' sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the pizzelle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Tip: Make sure the maker is clean and dry.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Tip: A wire whisk works best for this step.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- 4
Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 5
If using confectioners' sugar, sift it over the batter and fold gently.
- 6
Pipe the batter onto the preheated pizzelle maker.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly if needed.
- 7
Cook the pizzelle for 30-40 seconds or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Don't overcook the pizzelle.
- 8
Repeat the process until all the batter is used up.
- 9
Allow the pizzelle to cool slightly before serving.
Tip: Serve warm or at room temperature.
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