Twisted - by Mandy Silverman (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

"The cookbook we all knead! Taking Judaism's favorite bread (sit back down, bagel) and giving it a fun twist, this cookbook is filled with the most creative and delicious challah recipes you'll ever bake." ―Nikki Schreiber, @humansofjudaism

"Whether readers are looking for a dependable challah recipe to master or creative new ways to reinvent it, Twisted is an all-encompassing challah handbook that delivers on all fronts." --Fleishigs Magazine

You've never seen a challah cookbook like this before!

Inside Twisted, you'll find more than 60 sweet and savory recipes that celebrate both the tradition and endless possibilities of challah and babka. Alongside traditional recipes and techniques, you'll discover imaginative creations like Korean Hot Dog Challah, Pulled BBQ Brisket Challah, Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tart Challah, Strawberry Lemonade Babka, and Rainbow Cake Batter Monkey Bread.

Known to her community as Mandylicious, Mandy Silverman has spent more than a decade inspiring thousands of people to see challah differently. By pairing traditional techniques with unexpected flavors, she has helped a new generation of bakers discover just how versatile challah can be, including many who never thought challah was for them.

With full-color photography, step-by-step instructions, and endless inspiration for fillings, toppings, and twists, Twisted gives you the tools to create breads that are as impressive as they are delicious.

Inside, you'll find:

• Sweet and savory challah recipes
• Babkas, monkey breads, pull-aparts, and more
• Creative fillings, swirls, toppings, and stuffings
• Dips, glazes, spreads, and accompaniments
• Detailed braiding and shaping instructions
• Recipes for both first-time and experienced bakers

Rooted in Jewish tradition and open to everyone, Twisted will change the way you think about challah.

Review Quotes

"Twisted is a collection devoted to challah in all its forms -- sweet, savory, classic, unexpected and everything in between. What could have easily become a novelty concept instead feels genuinely useful...Whether readers are looking for a dependable challah recipe to master or creative new ways to reinvent it, Twisted is an all-encompassing challah handbook that delivers on all fronts."--Fleishigs Magazine

"As another expert in challah and babka baking, I was deeply impressed by Twisted. This is the tutorial every aspiring challah baker needs to master the fundamentals of mixing, braiding, and shaping beautiful challah dough. Once you've built that foundation, Mandy inspires you to explore creative yet approachable flavor combinations you may never have imagined baking into challah. She shows you exactly how to make them work. Twisted is filled with both sweet and savory challah recipes for every holiday, celebration, and craving. There are even inventive ideas for using leftover challah--though I suspect anyone baking from this book won't have any leftovers! Alongside the exceptional recipes are Mandy's warm, engaging stories, which add heart and personality to every page. Bakers of every skill level will appreciate the expertise, creativity, and joy that shine throughout this beautiful book."--Chef Paula Shoyer, author of The Kosher Baker, The Holiday Kosher Baker, The Healthy Jewish Kitchen, Healthy Jewish Cooking, and The Instant Pot Kosher Cookbook

"Challah is the Jewish bread par excellence, and it's been waiting for thousands of years for Mandy to elevate its art into something that expresses all the joys of Jewish eating, celebration, and culture."--Michael W. Twitty, James Beard Award-winning food historian and author of The Cooking Gene

"If you love baking challah, you're going to have so much fun with Twisted. It's packed with sweet and savory recipes that put an inventive spin on a beloved classic--from Hawaiian Bread Challah and Pumpkin Bread Challah to Dill Pickle Challah, Cookie Butter Latte Challah, and even 40 Cloves of Garlic Challah! Beyond the loaf, Mandy shares plenty of creative ways to use challah, with recipes like Rainbow Monkey Bread and Brisket Challah Pizza. And don't worry--you'll also find all the classic challah recipes you know and love. If you know me, you know there's one recipe I'll be making first: Dill Pickle Challah!"--Melinda Strauss (@therealmelindastrauss), author of Eat Jewish

"The cookbook we all knead! Taking Judaism's favorite bread (sit back down, bagel) and giving it a fun twist, this cookbook is filled with the most creative and delicious challah recipes you'll ever bake."--Nikki Schreiber, @humansofjudaism

"The premise of Twisted is brilliant: master a single dough recipe, then transform it into countless challah creations. I took Twisted with me on a recent seaside vacation, expecting a leisurely read. Instead, I found myself completely captivated. With every chapter, especially the fascinating section on savory stuffed challahs, I grew more eager to return to my kitchen and bake Mandy's inspired creations myself. Whether you're an experienced baker or just beginning your challah- and babka-making journey."--Ron Ben-Israel, internationally renowned pastry chef and founder of Ron Ben-Israel Cakes

About the Author

Mandy Silverman founded Mandylicious Challah out of her home in Sharon, MA, in 2013. In addition to selling challah and teaching classes, she shares her recipes and tips on her popular Instagram account, @mandyliciouschallah, to support others who want to make their own challah and babka. To date, she has created almost 500 unique challah and babka recipes. Drawing wisdom from her own missteps to craft a simple and approachable recipe, and fearlessly combining it with an array of flavors, she has brought the art of crafting challah to a new generation of bakers, igniting a vibrant resurgence of this time-honored tradition. Mandy spends much of her days responding to messages from people who are having "challah emergencies" or seeking advice, and particularly enjoys the time she takes almost every Friday to feature the pictures of her followers' success stories in her Instagram stories.