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.