Making pizzelle without a pizzelle maker is so difficult that most people will find it impossible. Your closest alternative is a waffle iron, although this still will not produce the perfect results because waffles are thicker than pizzelle, and waffle irons will reflect this. As you can see from our selection of reviewed products, it’s possible to find pizzelle makers for very affordable prices, so if you’re interested in trying your hand at pizzelle, we recommend investing in the proper appliance.