This Passover Choco Nut Mandel Bread recipe is a rich and delightful treat perfect for the Passover holiday. Made with a combination of chocolate, nuts, and traditional Passover ingredients, this mandel bread is a great addition to any Seder table. It's crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, and the chocolate and nuts add a delicious flavor. This recipe is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients. Enjoy this Passover Choco Nut Mandel Bread with a cup of tea or coffee for a sweet and satisfying dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups matzo meal
- 1 cup potato starch
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the matzo meal, potato starch, and sugar.
- Add the vegetable oil, eggs, walnuts, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log about 12 inches long.
- Place the logs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the logs cool for about 10 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- Using a serrated knife, cut the logs into 1-inch thick slices.
- Place the slices back on the baking sheet, cut-side down.
- Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the slices are slightly crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before serving.
Interesting Facts
Mandel bread is a Jewish dessert that originated in Eastern Europe.
Mandel bread is similar to biscotti, but it is made without butter or oil, making it a great option for those who follow kosher dietary laws.
Traditionally, mandel bread is made with almonds, but this recipe uses walnuts for a delicious twist.
The word 'mandel' means 'almond' in Yiddish.
Passover is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt.