Belgian Lukken Waffle Cookies Recipe

Discover the delightful crunch of authentic Belgian Lukken cookies! This recipe guides you through making these unique treats using a traditional Lukken iron (lukijyer) or a readily available Italian pizzelle maker. Crispy, buttery, and subtly sweet, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 351.6 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Belgian Lukken Waffle Cookies

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Whiskey
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • chocolate chips (optional)
  • cooking spray

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How to Make Belgian Lukken Waffle Cookies

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips (optional).
  6. Preheat your Lukken iron or pizzelle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  7. Lightly grease the iron with butter or cooking spray.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the hot iron, ensuring not to overcrowd.
  9. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. The exact cooking time will depend on your iron.
  10. Carefully remove the cookies from the iron and let them cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

48g

Carbs

15g

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