How to Make Authentic Mandelbrot - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things more comforting than a warm, homemade baked good, and one classic treat that never fails to satisfy is mandelbrot. This traditional Jewish cookie, also known as mandel bread, is reminiscent of biscotti, with its crispy, crunchy texture and rich, nutty flavor. Perfect for dipping in a cup of coffee or enjoying as a sweet snack, mandelbrot is a beloved treat that has been enjoyed for generations.

Originating in Eastern Europe, mandelbrot has stood the test of time a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole almonds
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped orange zest
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 to 2 1/2 dozen cookies

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread almonds onto a baking sheet and toast in preheated oven until fragrant, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool, then coarsely chop the almonds.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Combine butter, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, lemon zest, and orange zest in a large bowl. Beat at medium speed with an electric mixer until well blended. Beat in eggs one at a time.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to butter-egg mixture and mix on low speed just until blended. Stir in chopped almonds.
  • Divide dough in half. Grease hands to prevent sticking. On prepared baking sheet, shape each half into a flattened log, about 9 inches long, 2 1/2 inches wide, and 1 inch tall.
  • Bake in preheated oven until light brown, about 25 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool 5 minutes. Slice logs diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange slices flat on baking sheet. Bake until bottoms are lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Flip cookies and bake until other sides are lightly browned, about 10 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    292 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 48mg
    • Sodium: 153mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 82mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 135mg