Chocolate Hazelnut Pizzelles

Chocolate Hazelnut Pizzelles, a classic Italian treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These thin, crispy cookies are vegetarian-friendly and feature a delightful blend of cocoa and ground hazelnuts, making them a unique addition to your dessert table. Please note that this recipe contains eggs, nuts, dairy, and gluten.

With their sweet, nutty flavor, these pizzelles are versatile enough to be enjoyed on their own or paired with ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh fruit. Packed with nutrients from hazelnuts, they offer a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor in every bite.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 12

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Overview

Chocolate Pizzelles are delightful, thin, wafer-like cookies with a rich chocolate flavor. These Italian treats, known as "Pizzelle Alle Nocciole," are perfect for festive occasions or as a sweet snack. A pizzelle iron is essential for creating their unique pattern and texture.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Eggs, Nuts, Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Italian

Ingredients

• 4 Whole eggs
• 0.25 Cups cocoa powder, sifted
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) ground cinnamon
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) baking powder
• 1 Cup unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 Cups ground hazelnuts
• 2 Cups all-purpose flour, sifted

Steps

1. Whisk the eggs with the sugar and salt until the mixture is light and fluffy.
2. Melt the butter and stir it into the egg mixture.
3. Sift together the cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and all-purpose flour. Fold these dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
4. Stir in the ground hazelnuts until evenly distributed.
5. Preheat the pizzelle iron. Place 1 teaspoon of batter on each imprint of the iron.
6. Close the iron and bake for about 30 seconds or until the pizzelles are crisp.
7. Carefully remove the pizzelles and cool them on wire racks.
8. Once cooled, sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired.

Enjoy these delicious chocolate pizzelles as a standalone treat or pair them with your favorite dessert toppings!