Nordic Ware Cast Aluminum Base Krumkake & Pizzelle Maker

Last updated: October 27, 2023


Made of sturdy aluminum, this handheld iron lets you make one pizzelle at a time. It's not electrical, so you'll place it over your stovetop. It comes with a cone handy for rolling your cookies to make cannolis.

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Product Details

Key Takeaway: If you prefer something simple that you can use on your stovetop, consider this handheld maker.

In our analysis of 35 expert reviews, the Nordic Ware Cast Aluminum Base Krumkake & Pizzelle Maker placed 7th when we looked at the top 7 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

Make traditional, wafer thin Scandinavian cone cookies or for Italian pizzelles. Imprints a pattern of flowers and leaves on each cookie or pizzelle. Can be used on gas, electric and ceramic stoves; recipes and wooden rolling cone included. Cast aluminum base has been enhanced with a larger well to capture excess butter and reduce flare-ups. Made in USA.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

So simple to operate. Gets the job done. No frills kind of press.
We love this iron for its charming authenticity that makes pizzelles with ease.
Lightweight. Gorgeous pattern on plate. Rolling cone and recipe booklet included.
Beautiful floral pattern, stovetop.
Cord-free. Intricate design.

What reviewers didn't like

The lack of features is not ideal for beginners.
Quite small, and the pattern doesn't always imprint very well into the cookies.
Manual baking; no light indicator. Makes only one pizzelle at a time.
Only cooks one cookie at a time, may be more difficult to use a stovetop press for some, messier than electric versions.
Plates can get extremely hot. Requires more manual dexterity than an electric pizzelle maker. Not as intuitive to use. The patterns don’t really press into the cookies.
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