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    Gluten Free Italian Pizzelles

    Mar 17, 2025 by Thriving Gluten Free Ā· This post may contain affiliate links Ā· 11 Comments

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    Pizzelles are a tradition for many families during the holidays and a gluten free version of this classic Italian cookie is possible! These Gluten Free Italian Pizzelles are thin and crisp and have the same sweet anise flavor you love.

    gluten free italian pizzelles recipe

    Italian Pizzelles History

    My grandmother made fresh pizzelles and brought them to every family gathering.  Holidays, birthdays, graduation parties....she had a container of pizzelles just about every time we saw her!

    After my daughter was diagnosed with Celiac Disease, it was sad to think of all the family traditions that would end because they revolved around food. We quickly learned that it wasn't the end.

    We could keep the tradition alive by recreating any and ALL things we loved into a version that would be celiac safe.

    Around Christmas time of that year, one of my amazing friends had come up with this recipe for our favorite Italian cookies. She surprised us with a box of gluten free pizzelles on our doorstep! We've now been making the same pizzelle recipe for many years. I've even heard some family members whisper that they might be better than the original Italian recipe šŸ˜‰ Shhh....don't ever tell my grandmom I said that!

    gluten free pizzelles

    Ingredients Needed for this Gluten Free Pizzelles Recipe

    All you need is a pizzelle iron and a few basic pantry staples, then you're on your way to making a gluten free version of the classic Italian waffle cookies.

    Only five ingredients to be exact!

    • Eggs
    • Butter
    • Sugar
    • Pure Anise Extract
    • Gluten Free Bisquick

    Plus, you always need some confectioner's sugar for sprinkling on top!

    How to Make this Recipe Gluten Free Italian Pizzelles

    • Add the anise to the melted butter and set aside. In a medium size bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
    • Add the melted butter mixture to the eggs and sugar in a slow, steady streamwhile continuing to whisk until well blended.
    • Add the bisquick. Using a spoon or spatula, stir everything together until just combined. Do not over mix.
    • Each pizzelle press is slightly different, so you should follow the instructions that came with your particular press. Scoop the batter by the tablespoon into the center of the design. Bake them the length of time needed to achieve your preferred level of darkness. Typically, this takes 25-30 seconds for each set.
    • Let cool on a papertowel or wire rack. Do not stack while cooling. Store in an airtight container in the pantry. These pizzelles also freeze well for up to two months!

    When the pizzelles are removed from the pizzelles maker, they are very malleable. You have a few seconds to mold them into any desired shape.

    They can also be used for a cannoli shell, or fold them into small waffle cones to fill with ice cream!

    Let's bake!

    If you've tried this recipe, be sure to tag me on instagram @thrivingglutenfree so I can see how it turned out!

    gluten free italian pizzelles
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    Gluten Free Italian Pizzelles

    Pizzelles are a tradition for many families during the holidays and a gluten-free version of this classic Italian cookie is possible! These Gluten-Free Italian Pizzelles are thin and crisp and have the same sweet anise flavor you love.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: dessert, gluten free, Italian cookies, pizzelles
    Author: Thriving Gluten Free

    Equipment

    • Pizzelle Maker

    Ingredients

    • 1 ¾ cups Gluten Free Bisquick
    • 3 Large Eggs
    • ¾ cup Sugar
    • ½ cup Melted Butter 1 stick. Use Earth Balance for Dairy-Free
    • 1 tablespoon Pure Anise Extract

    Optional

    • Confectioner's Sugar for sprinkling

    Instructions

    • Add the anise to the melted butter and set aside. In a medium size bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
    • Add the melted butter mixture to the eggs and sugar in a slow, steady streamwhile continuing to whisk until well blended.
    • Add the bisquick. Using a spoon or spatula, stir everything together until just combined. Do not over mix.
    • Each pizzelle press is slightly different, so you should follow the instructions that came with your particular press. Scoop the batter by the tablespoon into the center of the design. Bake them the length of time needed to achieve your preferred level of darkness. Typically, this takes 25-30 seconds for each set.
    • Let cool on a papertowel or wire rack. Do not stack while cooling. Store in an airtight container in the pantry. These pizzelles also freeze well for up to two months!
    Tried this recipe?Mention @thrivingglutenfree or #thrivingglutenfree!

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    Comments

    1. Aina says

      March 14, 2025 at 12:12 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely a great recipe…. Used nutmeg and almond extract… made them for mini cannolis for a wedding rehearsal dinner! Fabulous! Thank you for this recipe!!! The recipe yield was 38

      Reply
      • Thriving Gluten Free says

        March 17, 2025 at 11:05 am

        Amazing! If you have a picture, I would love to see it and share šŸ™‚

        Reply
    2. Aina says

      March 14, 2025 at 12:09 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely a great recipe…. Used nutmeg and almond extract… made them for mini cannolis for a wedding rehearsal dinner! Fabulous! Thank you for this recipe!!!

      Reply
    3. Pat says

      December 22, 2022 at 3:55 pm

      5 stars
      The anise flavor is very light! I doubled the anise extract and added anise seeds. Very good recipe. Simple to make!

      Reply
      • ThrivingGlutenFree says

        January 03, 2023 at 8:13 am

        So happy to hear you enojoyed the pizzelles! My grandmother used to add anise seeds,too šŸ™‚ I did keep it light on the anise flavor because some people(especially kids!) are picky with such a bold flavor. Hope you had a wonderful holiday season!

        Reply
    4. Brian Barbero says

      December 18, 2022 at 7:17 pm

      5 stars
      I'm a 70 year old Italian male who started making pizzelles with my grandmother about 66 or so years ago. Our recipe had been jealously guarded for literally generations. These have been a Christmas cookie staple in my own home for 45 years and I have always given them to neighbors, friends, and co-workers. However, I recently moved and one of my new neighbors is gluten and dairy intolerant. What to do? So I tried this recipe. Much to my disgust, they are better then my old standby. I hate you.

      Reply
      • ThrivingGlutenFree says

        January 03, 2023 at 8:14 am

        hahaha love that story! Thank you for sharing šŸ™‚

        Reply
      • Pat says

        May 10, 2023 at 5:52 pm

        That’s funny! I found the exact same thing when I made them gluten-free…crispier and tasty!!

        Reply
      • Cristina says

        December 08, 2023 at 12:08 pm

        This might be the best cookie rating review I have ever read! Having Italian parents and grandparents and zias who made these all the time, I’m now going to make these for my Celiac self.

        Reply
    5. collg says

      November 16, 2022 at 4:16 pm

      5 stars
      These pizzelles are amazing!!! Delicious and easy to make with the w Bisquick mix. My celiac daughter and myself have made them several times and they have turned out perfect. We have also doubled the recipe because even our non gluten free family members love them!!

      Reply
    6. Deb McMenamin says

      November 16, 2022 at 2:40 pm

      These cookies are fantastic! Our daughter was diagnosed with CD at age 24 followed by our son 2.5 years later at age 23. Deb’s recipes & tips have been fabulous resources. Give these a whirl! They will become a quick family hit!

      Reply

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