Chocolate Pizzelle

This version of the classic Italian cookie gets its rich chocolate flavor from bittersweet chocolate while maintaining its light and crispy texture.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 mins
• Total Time: 21 mins
• Calories: 358 Calories

Ingredients

• 6 eggs
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups white sugar
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 cup butter, melted
• ¼ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
• 3 ½ cups self-rising flour
• 3 (1 ounce) squares bittersweet chocolate (such as Baker’s®), melted

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat pizzelle baker according to manufacturer's instructions.

Step 2

Beat sugar and eggs together in a bowl using an electric mixer until pale yellow. Add butter and vanilla extract; beat until blended. Pour in chocolate; beat until batter is smooth.

Step 3

Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl; stir into egg mixture until batter is well combined.

Step 4

Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the preheated pizzelle iron. Bake until browned, 30 to 45 seconds. Remove carefully and transfer to a cooling rack.