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High-Protein Pizzelle (Crispy Italian Waffle Cookies)

5 from 1 vote
A high-protein twist on the classic Italian wafer. Swapping anise for vanilla-almond protein powder creates a light, crisp cookie with 5g of protein each.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 22 pizzelle
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 75

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated erythritol or monk fruit
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup PE Science Cake Pop protein powder Whey/Casein blend

Method
 

  1. 1. Preheat and Prep

    Preheat your pizzelle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Ensure it is fully hot before starting to prevent sticking.
  2. 2. Whisk Wet Ingredients

    Whisk 3 large eggs and 3/4 cup sweetener for 2–3 minutes until frothy. Mix in 1 tsp vanilla and 1/2 cup melted (cooled) butter.
  3. 3. Combine Dry Ingredients

    Whisk 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 cup protein powder, 1 tsp baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet until a thick batter forms.
  4. 4. Cook and Cool

    Drop 1 tablespoon of batter into the center of each mold. Cook for 30–60 seconds. Remove and cool completely on a wire rack to allow them to crisp up.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 14mgPotassium: 23mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 172IUCalcium: 14mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

The Snap Factor: Pizzelle must cool completely on a flat wire rack. If you stack them while they are even slightly warm, they will trapped steam and become soft.
Batter Consistency: If your batter is too thin, the cookies will be lacy and fragile. If it's too thick, they won't spread to the edges of the iron. Adjust with a teaspoon of milk if needed.

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