Best 2 Mandelbread Recipes

Mandelbread, a delectable Jewish pastry, tantalizes taste buds with its unique blend of flavors and textures. This delightful treat, also known as Jewish biscotti, originated in Eastern Europe and has become an integral part of Jewish cuisine worldwide. Its distinctive almond flavor, crunchy exterior, and soft, chewy interior make it a beloved delicacy enjoyed by people of all backgrounds.

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MANDELBREAD

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Also called Mandelbrodt. Similar to Biscotti.

Provided by Mirelle Dean

Categories Desserts Cookies

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 eggs
1 ¼ cups white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup toasted and chopped almonds
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

Beat eggs and 1 cup sugar together in mixer until blended, add salt and 1/4 cup oil and mix again until blended. Combine 1/4 cup flour and almonds, tossing until coated.
Add rest of flour mixture to egg mixture alternately with the remaining 3/4 cups oil, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir in extracts and almonds until well blended.
Divide into eight portions and shape each into portions of 8 x 3 inch log shaped portions on lightly greased cookie sheets.
Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
Cut each log diagonally into 1/2 inch slices and place slices on their sides. Bake again at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about five minutes. Remove to wire racks and cool. May be sprinkled with sugar before baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 18.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

PASSOVER MANDELBREAD

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Delicious mandelbread/biscotti that come out crispy and sweet every time. Great for Passover, but do not taste like a Passover recipe.

Provided by rs18

Categories Desserts Cookies Biscotti Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 ½ cups matzo cake meal
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup potato starch
3 eggs
¼ cup chocolate chips, or to taste
¼ cup chopped walnuts, or to taste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons cinnamon sugar, or to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
Stir matzo cake meal, sugar, potato starch, eggs, chocolate chips, walnuts, and lemon juice together to make a dough.
Divide the dough into thirds. Shape each piece of dough into a log and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 30 minutes.
Remove logs from oven and cut into slices.
Arrange the slices on the baking sheet; sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Return to oven and bake until the mandelbread are browned and crisp, about 10 more minutes. Turn the mandelbread after 5 minutes to crisp both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 12.6 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
Make sure your oven is preheated before baking the mandelbread. This will help the cookies to bake evenly.
Do not overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough.
Be careful not to overbake the cookies, as this can make them dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Mandelbread can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To refresh stale mandelbread, simply place the cookies in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.

Conclusion:

With so many variations to choose from, there's a mandelbread recipe out there for everyone. Whether you prefer classic almond mandelbread, chocolate chip mandelbread, or a more unique flavor like cranberry orange, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make treat, give mandelbread a try!