Good morning! Forgive me for not posting yesterday. I tried to post last night, but I was having difficulty getting my pictures to be where I wanted them in the post and it was becoming very frustrating. They are not lining up where I want them now, either, but this morning I can live with it for the sake of getting something on here. After all, it's the cookie that matters-right?I have been looking forward to making this cookie for months! I was so excited when I saw that it landed on my schedule. The flavors looked wonderful to me and I love pizzelles. I never had them growing up. As an adult, it is the first cookie I choose on a platter of cookies.
My boss (she knows who she is) told me to make a double batch so that's what I did. I emptied out my flour and sugar canisters and the little bit of rum I had but it was all enough to make the two batches. Putting it all together was a breeze because I am an expert baker now. This recipe called for sifting the flour and baking soda together. That did not even stump me because I have a sifter! Imagine that. I don't think I've ever used it but taking it from my mom 10 years ago now has a purpose!
Thanks to my friend, Sandy, for lending me her pizzelle maker. I wanted to make the thin ones and she has the machine for both. It took some getting used to and my son, Jake, was right by my side eating all the scraps that came out of the first couple of tries. Unfortunately for him, I got the hang of it. Again, it was my melon baller that saved the day. It measured out the exact right amount of dough. I think that tool has been the most useful in my entire cookie experience. To think that I've never balled a melon with it!
The cookies do not disappoint! They are heavenly with the orange flavor and crispy texture. I may have to invest in a pizzelle maker! Until then, I'll have to be real nice to Sandy so she lets me borrow it!
Happy Friday!
shelly
I'm happy for you that this recipe was on your schedule since you were so excited about making them. Like yourself, my first time eating or baking pizzelles was as an adult, now I can't get enough of these. Of all the cookies, I have the most fun making this one. There's even more fun with a little guy at your side picking up the scraps! Putting the right amount of dough on the machine does take a little practice. Who knew that the melon baller was such a great tool for baking! Don't be frustrated about your pictures - they look great! Wonderful job. Theresa G.
ReplyDeleteShelly the cookies look divine, I love the design on the cookie also. I guess there a lot of different designs that I did not know about.
ReplyDeleteThank goodness for friends. L. Sharon
Ps. I see you have one more cookie to make than the rest of the girls, how about I guest bake your last cookie since I have not made a number of Theresa's recipes myself?
Sharon, I don't have one more cookie than the other girls...Danielle has one less cookie than the rest of us! Although Danielle has already retracted your offer, I would love for you to guest bake for me! Would you be interested in my next cookie that is scheduled for Monday, April 19th? The cookie is Extravaganza and that day is an extremely busy day for me. If you're unable to do that one, you are certainly welcome to take your pick! Don't let Danielle talk you out of it!
ReplyDeleteShelly I checked with Danielle first and she gave me my ok. Yes I will be glad to help you out. Monday is one of my days off so I will get busy and bake Extravagantly. L. Sharon
ReplyDeleteThey taste as good as they look - perfect!
ReplyDeleteInviting photography!
These are awesome!! Cameron had at least four I believe. He has already put in a request for this one and I think he might get it (cause he is NOT getting the sugar crisps!!)
ReplyDeleteDanielle G.