Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Eggs: 2 large (100g)
- Milk: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Butter, melted: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Chocolate chips: 1 cup (120g) (optional)
- Cinnamon-sugar: 1/4 cup (50g) (for coating)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If desired, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Preheat a pizzelle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Drop a tablespoon of dough onto the hot pizzelle maker and cook for 30-60 seconds, or until golden brown.
- Immediately roll the hot pizzelle into a cannoli shape and coat with cinnamon-sugar.
- Repeat with the remaining dough.
Nutritional Information:
Serving (1 pizzelle):
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crisp and delicate exterior
- Fluffy and tender interior
- Sweet and cinnamon-infused flavor
User Comments:
- "These pizzelle-inspired cookies are a delightful twist on the Italian classic."
- "They're crispy, flavorful, and the perfect balance of sweet and savory."
- "My whole family loved them, even the kids who don't usually like sweets."
- "The chocolate chips add a fun and unexpected touch."
- "These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from parties to potlucks."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the pizzelle tough.
- Be careful when rolling the hot pizzelle, as they can be fragile.
- If you don't have a pizzelle maker, you can cook the pizzelle in a waffle iron.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour.
