Step 1

Preheat pizzelle iron and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, butter, eggs, anise or vanilla extract, and baking powder. Drop slightly rounded tablespoons of batter on to pizzelle iron and close.

Step 3

Bake as directed by manufacturer or until golden brown, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Using a nonstick spatula, remove each pizzelle to a cooling rack; repeat with remaining batter.

Step 4

Cool completely and dust with powdered sugar if desired.