Disney 5555-04 Mickey Cookie Baker

Operating like a waffle iron, this appliance bakes two 5-inch-round, thin, crisp waffle cookies that have Mickey Mouse's face imprinted on one side and an exuberant "Oh Boy!" on the other. The cookie baker comes with six recipes, each of which will inspire variations to prevent boredom. (The basic recipe is for pizzelles, the traditional Italian waffle cookies.) Like a waffle iron, the cookie baker features nonstick baking grids and a ready light to signal when it's hot enough to bake. For safety, a guard protects against escaping steam. Housed in chrome and black plastic, the baker displays an etching of Mickey on its chrome band. A clip locks the handle during baking, also allowing you to store the baker on end. The baker measures 9 inches wide, 4 inches high, and 9-1/2 inches deep and carries a one-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack