Best Easy to Use: Pizzelle Maker- Non-stick Electric Pizzelle Baker Press

This pizzelle maker is a reader favorite for its ease of use and we agree: it is well-made and super easy to get rolling. We like the steam guard to protect your hands during pizzelle making!

What We Liked

• Clear instructions.

• Includes recipes.

• Minimal clean up.

• Affordable.

• Patterns (flower and waffle) are cute.

What Needs Work

• Makes thicker cookies, as lid doesn’t close completely.

Best For Dorm Room: Dash Mini Pizzelle Maker

This is a great option if you just want make pizzelles for one—and the maker (Dash) has been on a roll lately, as their mini appliances are the hot gadgets of the moment. It is super easy to use and is great for ice cream sandwiches.

What We Liked

• Light weight.

• Affordable.

• Easy to clean.

• For crispier cookies, use less batter.

What Needs Work

• Easy to overfill—be careful.

• No temperature control.

Best For Fast Results: Palmer Pizzelle Maker Classic

Yes, this pizzelle maker is more pricey than others in this article—but it is twice the power (800 watts) versus other makers that are as little as 350 watts. The extra power means quicker cooking times . . . if you are making pizzelles for a lot of people, say for a kid’s party, this would be an excellent choice.

What We Liked

• Heavy duty constrictions—aluminum and iron.

• More power = faster cooking time.

• Made in the USA.

• Makes crispy cookies.

• Easy to use.

What Needs Work

• Pricey.

• Outside can get very hot.

Best For Cannoli Shells: MasterChef Krumkake Baker-Maker

Yes, you can use a pizzelle maker to make cannoli shells—but not all makers are equal. For cannoli shells, we prefer a maker that is best for thinner pizzelles . . . they make the best cannolis in our humble opinion. After trying a few models, we think this one by MasterChef is a best bet for cannoli shells—easy to use and a consistent performer.

What We Liked

• Cooks fast.

• Great for thin pizzelles.

• Includes recipe guide.

• Non-stick surface is easy to clean.

What Needs Work

• Gets very hot—be careful if you are using this around kids.

About the Authors

Denise & Alan Fields are consumer advocates and best-selling authors. The Fields have authored 12 books with three million copies in print, including the best-selling guide to baby gear, Baby Bargains.

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