Chocolate Pizzelles

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/3 cup of cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt

Directions

1. Preheat a pizzelle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring to combine.
5. Drop a teaspoonful of batter onto the preheated pizzelle maker and close the lid. Cook for about 30 seconds, or until the pizzelle is golden brown.
6. Remove the pizzelle from the pizzelle maker and place on a cooling rack. Repeat with the remaining batter.
7. Once the pizzelles are completely cool, store in an airtight container.

Interesting Facts

• Pizzelles are an Italian cookie that can be found all over Europe and North America.
• Pizzelle makers have been used in Italy for centuries and are still used today.
• The word "pizzelle" comes from the Italian word for "round" or "circle".