Gingerbread Pizzelle

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the pizzelle iron following the manufacturer's directions.

2. 2

   Combine the whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, and black pepper in a large bowl and whisk together.

3. 3

   In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then remove from heat. Stir in the white sugar, brown sugar, molasses, and orange zest until fully incorporated. Mix in half the flour mixture until smooth, then add the eggs and stir until combined. Fold in the remaining flour mixture until the batter is uniform and smooth.

4. 4

   Spoon small amounts of batter onto the hot pizzelle iron and cook until golden brown, approximately 1 minute 30 seconds.