FAQ
What is Mandel bread?
Simply, Mandel bread is the Jewish version of biscotti. Dr. Kest Cookies (DKC) has a softer, rich texture as it’s made with avocado oil. Our Mandel bread has three key differences from traditional biscotti - leavening agent, base ingredients and texture.
- A leavening agent, baking powder, to make it rise and create a lighter dough
- Base ingredients of Mandel Bread are flour, oil and sugar. We use pure non-GMO avocado oil so the cookies contain no saturated fat and a blend of organic flour and two kinds of organic sugar for a delicious mellow taste. Traditional biscotti base is almond flour, egg whites & sugar.
- Texture - our Mandel Bread has a rich, medium texture which we sprinkle with our signature cinnamon sugar love to finish!
What allergens do your cookies contain?
Wheat, eggs, nuts - depending on flavors. All ingredients are listed by flavor. We are a cottage kitchen and process flavors with nuts. We are NOT nut free. We do not use any dairy in our cookies. Our chocolate products are processed on a line that may contain dairy.
How shall I store my cookies?
We recommend eating fresh within a couple days and storing cookies in the freezer in an airtight container. You can eat right from the freezer like we do in the Kest house! That assumes you have any left when you open the box! There are no preservatives in our cookies. Please follow these guidelines as any other method will sacrifice the integrity of this yummy product. It’s also listed on the bottom of each box in case you forget.
Where is DKC made?
In a cottage kitchen in North Palm beach, Florida where the sun shines almost every day! We literally have a kitchen with a view which creates sunshine in every bite! We use the highest quality, organic ingredients. We do not use preservatives, artificial colors or artificial flavors!
Is DKC kosher?
We are not kosher certified. We are kosher style, pareve. We only use avocado oil in our cookies. All of our ingredients are kosher.
Do you have Gluten-free options?
Our cookies are not gluten free. Our Dr. Kest Krunch granola is! We only use organic, sprouted GF oats.
Is DKC vegan?
No. We are vegetarian as we use eggs.
How many cookies in a box?
Our signature stack of nine cookies per box. Weight will vary depending on added goodies. All boxes contain over a half pound of Mandel goodness! 8.5-10 oz. per box net weight. All our cookies will vary slightly as they are all handmade and hand cut. Each stack of three is individually cellophane wrapped to maintain freshness.
How do you pack & ship?
All orders are individually packaged. Each box contains nine cookies with three cellophane wrapped pouches within to maintain freshness. All boxes ship in sustainable PET plastic pouches and priority shipping boxes. Two box minimum to ship.
We normally process orders in 1-4 days, depending on day of receipt and ship orders Monday to Wednesday nationwide. Monday to Thursday within Florida. We use USPS Priority Mail which delivers in 1-3 days depending on zone, region and time of year. Holiday periods can take longer. We are not responsible for delays in shipping. Carrier delays and weather can alter shipping dates. These factors are out of our control. We make every effort to factor in extra shipping time, especially during holiday periods. Please be mindful of that as you place your order.
All of our packaging is recycled and sustainable. We like to be kind to our environment! This includes all boxes, PET plastic pouches and cellophane wrappers.
Do you ship internationally?
No. Continental United States only.
Do you do events, corporate gifting, collaborations?
Yes!! Corporate gifts, weddings, mitzvahs, thank you gifts etc. We can customize flavors and packaging for large events. Contact us at drkestcookies@gmail.com
Have a special project or collaboration in mind? Bring us your ideas and let’s work together!
Wholesale inquiries welcome.
Any other question we didn’t answer, please contact us.
drkestcookies@gmail.com