(chocolate and vanilla versions are readily available at the stores)
- 6 eggs
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup of canola oil (you can use melted butter if you like)
- 1 tsp of good vanilla extract (I made mine kid friendly…if you want to add the traditional flavor add a tsp and a half of anise extract or any extract flavor that you enjoy)
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 rounded tablespoon of baking powder
Directions
- Beat eggs and sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy. Stir in the oil or melted butter and extract of your choosing. Combine the flour and baking powder; stir in gradually. Dough will be sticky.
- Preheat your pizzelle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Drop batter by rounded spoonfuls onto the iron. Close and cook for about 90 seconds, or until steam stops coming out of the iron. Carefully remove and cool. Store in an airtight tin at room temperature.
- One thing to remember is that it is going to take a few tries till you know the right amount to drop on the iron and the timing…so be prepared to be treating the doggies or birds with a few of these tasty little treats.
Ingredients
- 1 8 ounce bar of good cream cheese (leave on the counter till it reaches room temp)
- 1 lb container of whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups of confectioners sugar
- 1 tsp of good vanilla extract
- 1 cup of mini chocolate chips, or chunks, or dried fruits (your choice)
Directions
1. Beat your cream cheese until very creamy
2. Add your vanilla and beat until totally blended
3. Now add your sugar gradually (it likes to fly : ) and beat thoroughly
4. Add your ricotta cheese and blend on low for about 8 minutes (your mixture should be thick and
creamy…chill for about 2 hours and it will thicken up to a perfect consistency.) Then create!
Put the left over cream in a air tight container and place in the fridge…it will literally keep for 10
days so you can just pops it out and come up with a great dessert any time during the holiday
season!
(tip…to make the filling even thicker if I have the time I place the ricotta cheese in a fine sieve lined with cheese cloth…a bit of whey comes out after sitting for a few hours so the mixture is a bit thicker)
eroomje says
Pizzelles, what a great topic to start off the week. And so many ways to serve them. Thanks!
Beth says
I remember my Italian cousins making Pizzelles for Christmas, I miss them living in NJ, but not the cold! Beautiful blog, I just found it from Shabby Creek Cottage
suerwelsh says
Ohhh, these sound so good. Love the cake plate you are offering as well…
Daisey Jayne says
what a beautiful blog you have! and thanks so much for the yummy recipes!
Deb says
Growing up, I used to make pizelles with an old italian friend of my mother’s. They were the best dusted with confectioners sugar 🙂
Deb
thistlewoodfarm says
I had never heard of a pizzelles before (I think I have seen them in magazines, but I didn’t know what they were)! They look absolutely wonderful! Thanks for sharing!
Di says
I came over froms Gina’s blog…love the giveaway and love your blog. I am a new follower. Please visit at http://cottage-wishes.blogspot.com
Di
Margo says
Great blog, I discovered it thru Shabby Creek Cottage!
LISA says
I’m on the 1st flight to NJ! So delicious looking. Pizzelles, a hot cup of tea, and some serious dachshund puppy love…I’m in!
Ruby Jean says
Oh we LOVE LOVE LOVE Pizzelles… I have never made them from scratch… We always pick ours up from a small little Italian Sandwich Shop… I can eat the whole pack in ONE sitting… Scary isn’t it.. 🙂
Miki's scrapbook says
Yum! They look amazing and I bet they taste even better!
Hope you’ve started the week off with a big smile! ;D
Miki.
barneyn says
Thanks for the chance to win,over at Shabby creek cottage!
Luma says
never heard of pizzelles but they sure look and sound great! have a great day 🙂
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Luma says
and thanks for following my blog!
Free Pretty Things For You says
my head sure is spinning.. IN A GOOD WAY!!
not way too much info 🙂
I have never had pizzelles!!! how yummy and pretty!!! the very BEST combination in the world!!
Free Pretty Things For You says
my head sure is spinning.. IN A GOOD WAY!!
not way too much info 🙂
I have never had pizzelles!!! how yummy and pretty!!! the very BEST combination in the world!!
Free Pretty Things For You says
my head sure is spinning.. IN A GOOD WAY!!
not way too much info 🙂
I have never had pizzelles!!! how yummy and pretty!!! the very BEST combination in the world!!
Free Pretty Things For You says
my head sure is spinning.. IN A GOOD WAY!!
not way too much info 🙂
I have never had pizzelles!!! how yummy and pretty!!! the very BEST combination in the world!!
Free Pretty Things For You says
my head sure is spinning.. IN A GOOD WAY!!
not way too much info 🙂
I have never had pizzelles!!! how yummy and pretty!!! the very BEST combination in the world!!
Eclectically Vintage says
Hi Andrea,
Wanted to say thank you for the nice comments you left at My Uncommon Slice Of Suburbia on my vintage/thrift store tablescape!
I read through some of your fab posts and see you are not far from NYC. I live in NJ – a quick train ride away from the city.
Following a fellow NY lover.
Kelly
Lisa ~ The SweetTalk Shop says
Those are beautiful and now something I want to try!!
And I live in Central FL and it was a toasty 78° today!!
We have the windows open and I’m in a tank and shorts!! Not right for only 6 days till Christmas!!
Casa De Luna says
These look delicious and pretty too! I like the baker’s twine look. They would be a great party favor.
Hillary says
OH MY GOSH! Yum yum!! 🙂
South Bay Studio says
These look delish, my sister in law used to make these, haven’t had them for years. They are so light and buttery. Yum…Kathi
New End Studio says
Hi Andrea, I’m visiting from Katie’s hop and enjoyed this tempting post. Pizzelles look complicated, but your post shows how easy and delicious they are. TFS!
Renee says
These pizzelles look great!
Following you from Katherine’s Corner’s Blog Hop 🙂
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Yona Williams says
I LOVE pizzelles and I want a pizzelle maker sooo bad. We have this Italian grocery store in town and they have some really nice ones, but they are expensive. I could eat these all day long. Love the crunch.
Im stopping by from Favorite Things Thursday.
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Nikki@EverythingUndertheMoon says
Oooh they look so pretty!! I would love for you to share this at my special holiday linky party going on right now! http://everything-underthemoon.blogspot.com/2011/12/12-days-of-christmas-holiday-linky.html
Happy Holidays to you and yours!!
~Nikki …xoxo
bridgetstraub.com says
Those look so pretty and delicious! Stay warm and Happy Holidays!
Jenna says
my grandpa makes these every year! they are so yummy! Thank you so much for promoting pizzelles! 🙂
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Miz Helen says
It is sure the season for Pizzelles and your presentations are just fabulous. I would like one of each! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday. I am wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas!
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
Mary - because i like to decorate says
Thanks for sharing! Now guess what is on my wish list… a Pizzelle Iron!
Miz Helen says
Congratulations!
Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Enjoy you new Red Plate and have a very Happy New Year!
Miz Helen