Best 8 Pizzelle Made With Vegetable Oil Recipes

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Indulge in the crispy and delicate delight of pizzelle cookies, a traditional Italian treat that holds a special place in many hearts. Originating from the Abruzzo region of Italy, these wafer-thin cookies have captivated taste buds for centuries with their unique anise flavor and intricate designs. Typically made with eggs, sugar, flour, butter, and anise or vanilla extract, pizzelle cookies are often enjoyed during festive occasions like Christmas and Easter. While the classic recipe calls for butter, this article presents an innovative twist - a collection of pizzelle recipes that utilize vegetable oil instead. Discover the secrets to achieving perfectly golden and crispy pizzelle cookies, exploring variations that cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. From the classic anise-flavored pizzelle to delightful variations like chocolate, Nutella, and even gluten-free options, this comprehensive guide offers a culinary journey that will satisfy every pizzelle enthusiast. So, prepare to embark on a delectable adventure as we delve into the art of crafting these timeless Italian cookies with a modern twist.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC ITALIAN PIZZELLE



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Thin and crisp Classic Italian Pizzelle are a family favorite Christmas cookie. This recipe from the Abruzzo region of Italy are so easy to make. One bite brings back memories of baking with nonna. Lovely as a holiday gift! Perfect for that afternoon coffee break!

Provided by Lora

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all‐purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ pound butter (softened at room temperature (you could use a butter alternative like Earth Balance to go dairy-free))
¾ cup sugar
3 large eggs (at room temperature)
grated peel of one lemon
3 Tablespoons fresh orange juice
¼ cup milk (I used almond milk to go dairy-free, but feel free to use whatever milk you like)
2 teaspoons anise extract (optional (or any liqueur like Strega))
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Steps:

  • Warm up a pizzelle iron.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs and sugar until frothy and beginning to thicken (about 2-3 minutes).
  • On low speed, add the extracts and melted butter to egg mixture in a steady stream and mix for 30 seconds.
  • Slowly add the dry mixture to wet and blend just until combined. Your batter will resemble a soft and sticky dough.
  • Spray pizzelle iron lightly with baking spray.
  • Drop 1 tablespoon of batter on hot pizzelle press.
  • Close press and cook for about 1 minute or until light indicated cookies are done (cookies should be slightly golden).
  • Use a fork to lift pizzelle off the press and transfer to a cookie rack or plate to cool down (keep in mind that they should lay flat. While they are hot, they will mold into another shape if they're not completely flat).
  • Spray iron again and repeat process until you finish all the batter.
  • Dust with confectioner's sugar and ENJOY!

THE VERY BEST PIZZELLE RECIPE



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Super easy to make Pizzelle cookies are an Italian classic that's crispy and sweet!

Provided by Kellie

Categories     Baking     cookies     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 eggs
3/4 cups sugar
2 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (If using anise, replace the vanilla with 1 tsp anise extract or 1/2 tsp anise seed.)
1 tsp grated lemon zest
1/2 cup melted butter (cooled to room temperature)
1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the pizzelle iron.
  • With a hand mixer, beat the eggs and sugar in a large bowl until light in color and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the vanilla, lemon zest and butter. Beat until well blended.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Fold the dry ingredients, a little bit at a time, into the egg mixture until just incorporated and the batter is smooth.
  • Place 1 heaping tablespoon of batter in the center of the design on the pizzelle iron. Close the iron to press the dough flat and bake until golden brown, approximately 1 minute. (Cooking times may vary depending on your appliance, please adjust accordingly.)
  • Using a spatula, remove the cookie from the iron and transfer to a rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PIZZELLES III



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This recipe calls for a batter-like dough and is baked on a pizzelle iron. Powdered sugar adds an elegant touch. In the Italian version, vanilla is replaced by anise. Chocolate may also be used.

Provided by Marianne Jungels

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 eggs
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick. Stir in the melted butter and vanilla. Sift together the flour and baking powder, and blend into the batter until smooth.
  • Heat the pizzelle iron, and brush with oil. Drop about one tablespoon of batter onto each circle on the iron. You may need to experiment with the amount of batter and baking time depending on the iron. Bake for 20 to 45 seconds, or until steam is no longer coming out of the iron. Carefully remove cookies from the iron. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
  • For chocolate pizzelles, add 1/4 cup cocoa sifted together with flour and baking powder, 1/4 cup more sugar and 1/4 teaspoon more baking powder. I find that for the chocolate mixture, the iron must be well oiled to start and then brush on more as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 33.4 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 76.9 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

PIZZELLE (MADE WITH VEGETABLE OIL) RECIPE - (3.8/5)



PIZZELLE (made with vegetable oil) Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by bethpanzarella

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons extract (lemon, rum, almond, vanilla, or anise)
3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat together the sugar and oil. Add the eggs, salt, zest, and extract. Beat well. Gradually stir in the flour until the mixture is smooth. It will be very soft and sticky. Heat the pizzelle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Wet your hands. Take a scoop of dough the size of a walnut and roll between your hands to form a ball. Or you can use a spoon to place the dough on the pizzelle baker. Place the dough on the pizzelle surface.. Close and clamp the lid and cook until golden brown, about 30 seconds. Transfer pizzelles to paper towels to cool. Repeat with remaining dough.

ANISE PIZZELLES



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Italian Pizzelles made with anise oil. You will need to have a pizzelle iron to make these cookies. This recipe makes a very large batch.

Provided by KEVINB63

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 8h45m

Yield 120

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 eggs
2 cups white sugar
2 cups vegetable oil
½ teaspoon anise oil
1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger whiskey
4 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, anise oil, and whiskey until well blended. Gradually stir in flour until fully incorporated. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat a pizzelle iron, and spray once with cooking spray. Drop tablespoons of batter onto the centers of the patterns. Close the lid, and cook until steam no longer comes out, about 1 1/2 minutes. Check, and adjust cooking time if necessary. Carefully remove cookies, cool, and store in an airtight tin at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 18.6 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 7.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

PIZZELLE



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This recipe was adapted from one that my Italian-born mother and grandmother followed. They used old irons on a gas stove, but now we have the convenience of electric pizzelle irons. These delectable cookies are still a traditional treat in our family. —Elizabeth Schwartz, Trevorton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

18 large eggs, room temperature
3-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/4 cups canola oil
1 tablespoon anise oil
6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and oils until smooth. Gradually add flour and mix well., Bake in a preheated pizzelle iron according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

NONNA'S PIZZELLE



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My great-grandmother's pizzelle recipe, which my mother has adapted for pizzelle presses or irons (I use a Cuisinart® double pizzelle press). A family must-have at all of our holiday dinners, especially Christmas!

Provided by tcasa

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 21m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
6 eggs
1 ½ cups white sugar
¾ cup shortening (such as Crisco®), melted and cooled slightly
2 tablespoons shortening (such as Crisco®), melted and cooled slightly
1 tablespoon anise seeds, crushed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat pizzelle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Mix flour and baking powder together in a bowl.
  • Combine eggs and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat on medium speed until well-blended. Add 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons shortening and beat until blended. Add flour mixture and mix on medium speed until incorporated. Fold anise seeds and vanilla extract into batter with a spatula.
  • Drop a teaspoon of batter onto the preheated iron. Bake until golden, 30 to 40 seconds, or a few seconds longer for darker pizzelle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 18.6 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 23.4 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

ANISE PIZZELLE



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These lovely, golden brown anise pizzelle cookies have a crisp texture and delicate anise flavor. I create them using a pizzelle iron. -Barbara Colucci, Rockledge, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon aniseed
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon anise extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and butter until smooth. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually to egg mixture and mix well. Stir in aniseed and extracts., Bake in a preheated pizzelle iron according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a pizzelle maker that is specifically designed for vegetable oil. Otherwise, your pizzelles may stick to the maker.
  • Make sure your pizzelle maker is preheated before you start cooking. This will help to ensure that your pizzelles are cooked evenly.
  • Use a light touch when pouring the batter onto the pizzelle maker. If you pour too much batter, the pizzelles will be thick and doughy.
  • Cook the pizzelles for the amount of time specified in the recipe. If you cook them for too short a time, they will be soft and chewy. If you cook them for too long, they will be hard and brittle.
  • Let the pizzelles cool completely before storing them. This will help to prevent them from becoming soft and chewy.

Conclusion:

Pizzelles are a delicious and easy-to-make cookie that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a pizzelle maker, you can create these crispy and flavorful treats in your own home. Whether you serve them plain or topped with your favorite toppings, pizzelles are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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