Star-pressed Italian Pizzelle

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Star-pressed Italian Pizzelle; a signature Italian waffle cookie

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

184

Sugar

13g

Fat

The Star-pressed Italian Pizzelle is a staple Italian dessert, often served during the holiday season or as a special treat. It is a thin, crispy, and flavorful waffle cookie that is made by pressing dough between two heated plates. It is typically flavored with vanilla, lemon, or anise and dusted with powdered sugar. The recipe we have today has the added flavor of orange and lemon zest and anise oil, which gives it a strong licorice flavor. Best served with a cup of espresso or as an accompaniment to ice cream. The cookies serve as a perfect afternoon corner snack for families.

Instructions

1.	Preheat a pizzelle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, oil, flour, orange and lemon zest, and anise oil.
3.	Drop spoonfuls of dough onto each plate of the pizzelle iron and gently close the lid. Cook for a minute or two, or until golden brown.
4.	Remove the pizzelle from the iron with a fork and place them on a plate to cool.
5.	Sprinkle the pizzelle with confectioners' sugar and serve them on their own or with ice cream.

PROS

The Star-pressed Italian Pizzelle is a versatile dessert that can be served plain or with accompaniments.

The anise oil adds a unique flavor to the cookie that is unexpected and satisfying.

It has a light and airy texture that makes it perfect for dipping.

The recipe yields many cookies that can be stored for a long time.

CONS

The recipe requires a pizzelle iron, which can be hard to find and expensive.

The cookies are high in sugar and fat, so they should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Star-pressed Italian Pizzelle does not have any specific health benefits, but the addition of citrus zest and anise oil provides antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

	1 cup sugar
	6 eggs
	3/4 cup vegetable oil
	2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	1 orange , zest of
	1 lemon , zest of
	1 teaspoon anise oil
	confectioners ' sugar ( for dusting )