Elevate your Passover celebrations with this delightful recipe for Chocolate Mandelbrot. This traditional Jewish dessert gets a modern makeover with the addition of rich cocoa. Whether you're observing Passover or just craving a sweet treat, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup matzo meal
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together matzo meal, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Add vegetable oil and eggs to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
- Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the logs are firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
- Using a serrated knife, slice the logs into 1-inch thick pieces.
- Place the slices back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crisp and golden.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Interesting Facts
Mandelbrot means 'almond bread' in Yiddish, but this version uses chocolate instead.
Mandelbrot is similar to Italian biscotti, as both are twice-baked cookies.