Mandel Bread

Discover the delightful charm of Mandel Bread, a classic twice-baked treat that’s irresistibly crunchy yet tender, perfect for dunking in coffee or tea. This recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla extract with a pinch of ground cinnamon for a warm, spiced flavor. The dough can be easily customized with optional chocolate chips or chopped nuts, allowing you to create your own unique variation. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll shape the dough into logs, bake them until golden, then slice and re-bake for that signature crispiness. Perfect for holidays or as an everyday snack, Mandel Bread brings a nostalgic, homemade touch to your dessert table while being simple enough for bakers of all levels to master.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cups chocolate chips (optional)
• 0.5 cups chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips and/or chopped nuts at this stage.

Step 5

Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a long, flat log roughly 2 inches wide and 10 inches long. Place the logs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.

Step 6

Bake the logs in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden and firm to the touch.

Step 7

Remove the logs from the oven and allow them to cool for about 5-10 minutes until they are cool enough to handle.

Step 8

Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the logs diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces.

Step 9

Spread the slices cut-side down on the baking sheet and return them to the oven. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cookies are golden and crisp.

Step 10

Remove the Mandel Bread from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1078.7 grams (1078.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4635

Total Fat 241.70g	310%
Saturated Fat 53.10g	266%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.80g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 2342mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 575.70g	209%
Dietary Fiber 21.10g	75%
Total Sugars 271.70g
Protein 71.00g	142%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 303mg	23%
Iron 26mg	146%
Potassium 1346mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.7%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 48.4%