Combined flour and baking powder in a small bowl and mixed together. Set aside to add later.
Melt butter in the microwave for about 15 seconds. (time may vary depending on microwave wattage)
Place eggs and granulated sugar in a medium bowl, mix together with a hand mixer on medium speed for 1 minute.
After 1 minute turn the hand mixer speed to low and add the melted butter and anise extract (or vanilla extract). Mix for about 15 seconds until all is combined.
Now, add the flour and baking powder mixture to the rest of the ingredients and mix for about 15 seconds. Don't over mix it will get too thick.
Scoop about 1 teaspoon of dough onto the Pizzelle Maker (dough size may vary depending on Pizzelle Maker)
Following the instructions that came with your Pizzelle Maker for cooking times.
Lay flat on a cooling rack and add a dusting of confectioner sugar while still warm.