Crispy Almond Mandel Bread
This Crispy Almond Mandel Bread is a delightful traditional Jewish holiday cookie that combines the rich flavors of almonds and zesty lemon. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, this recipe yields three dozen cookies that are both crunchy and soft. Ideal for special occasions, holidays, or simply as a sweet indulgence, enjoy them with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Easy to prepare and even better to share, these cookies are a beloved staple of Jewish desserts.
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Servings
100
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cooking oil
1/2 cup (measured)
Sugar
1/2 cup (measured)
Eggs
2 (beaten)
Sifted flour
2 cups (sifted)
Baking powder
1 teaspoon (measured)
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (measured)
Almond flavoring
1 teaspoon (measured)
Chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
1/2 cup (chopped)
Lemon zest
1 teaspoon (zested)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly flour it.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy. Gradually add the sugar and cooking oil, mixing thoroughly until well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring to combine.
4
Incorporate the vanilla extract, almond flavoring, chopped nuts, and lemon zest into the dough, mixing until evenly distributed.
5
Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least several hours or overnight for better flavor and texture.
6
Once the dough is chilled, turn it out onto a heavily floured surface and shape it into three narrow loaves, about 1–2 inches wide.
7
Place the loaves on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
8
Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool slightly. While still warm, slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices.
9
Arrange the slices back on the greased and floured baking sheet, cut side up. Toast in the oven at 450°F (232°C) for about 2 minutes on each side, until crisp.
Nutrition Information
4.7g
Fat
13.6g
Carbs
1.7g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crispy Almond Mandel Bread?
It is a traditional Jewish holiday cookie that features almonds and lemon zest, known for its unique texture that is both crunchy and soft.
How many cookies does this Mandel Bread recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately three dozen cookies.
What are the primary flavors in this recipe?
The primary flavors are almond and zesty lemon, complemented by vanilla extract.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each cookie contains approximately 100 calories.
How much fat is in one cookie?
There is 4.7g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per cookie?
Each serving contains 13.6g of carbohydrates.
How much protein does each Mandel Bread cookie provide?
Each cookie provides 1.7g of protein.
What type of fat is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of cooking oil.
What kind of nuts can be used in the dough?
You can use chopped walnuts, almonds, or pecans.
Does this recipe require refrigeration?
Yes, the dough should be covered and refrigerated for at least several hours or overnight for better flavor and texture.
What is the initial oven temperature for baking the loaves?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How should the baking sheet be prepared?
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly flour it.
How many loaves should the dough be shaped into?
The dough should be shaped into three narrow loaves, about 1 to 2 inches wide.
How long do the loaves bake initially?
The loaves bake for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
At what temperature should the slices be toasted?
The slices should be toasted at 450 degrees Fahrenheit (232 degrees Celsius).
How thick should the Mandel Bread slices be?
The loaves should be sliced diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices.
How long do you toast each side of the cookies?
Toast the slices for about 2 minutes on each side until they are crisp.
How should the eggs be prepared?
The eggs should be beaten until they are fluffy before adding sugar and oil.
What dry ingredients are sifted together?
Sift together 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 2 cups of sifted flour.
Is there a specific way to slice the loaves?
Yes, slice them diagonally while they are still warm.
Can this recipe be considered a Passover treat?
Yes, it is tagged as a traditional Jewish holiday cookie and a Passover treat.
How much sugar is required for the dough?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of sugar.
What citrus element is included?
One teaspoon of lemon zest is added for flavor.
What are the two types of flavor extracts used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of almond flavoring.
What is the serving suggestion for these cookies?
They are best enjoyed with a hot cup of tea or coffee.
Is this recipe suitable for beginners?
Yes, the description notes it is easy to prepare.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 10 ingredients in this recipe.
How should the loaves look when they are done with the first bake?
They should be golden brown.
Why is the dough floured before shaping?
Because the dough can be sticky, turning it out onto a heavily floured surface makes it easier to shape into loaves.