Passover is a time for family, tradition, and delicious food. While the holiday’s dietary restrictions mean skipping traditional flour-based desserts, there are still plenty of sweet treats that are completely kosher for Passover and just as indulgent. From rich chocolate cakes to light and fruity delights, here are eight of the best Passover desserts to sweeten your celebration.
1. Flourless Chocolate Cake
This decadent, fudgy cake is a Passover classic that’s as rich as it is simple.
Ingredients:
- 200 g dark chocolate, chopped
- 100 g unsalted butter
- 100 g sugar
- 3 eggs
- 5 g cocoa powder
- 2 g salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C and grease a cake pan.
- Melt chocolate and butter together.
- Whisk eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Fold in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Pour into the pan and bake for 25 minutes.
2. Matzo Toffee
Crunchy, caramelized, and covered in chocolate—this treat is addictively good.
Ingredients:
- 4 sheets of matzo
- 100 g butter
- 100 g brown sugar
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 50 g chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C and line a baking sheet with matzo.
- Melt butter and sugar, then pour over the matzo.
- Bake for 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Sprinkle with chocolate, let melt, then spread evenly.
- Add nuts, cool, and break into pieces.
3. Coconut Macaroons
These chewy, golden cookies are a Passover favorite.
Ingredients:
- 200 g shredded coconut
- 2 egg whites
- 100 g sugar
- 5 ml vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C and line a baking sheet.
- Beat egg whites until frothy, then mix in sugar and vanilla.
- Fold in coconut.
- Scoop small mounds onto the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
4. Almond Butter Cookies
Soft, nutty, and naturally gluten-free.
Ingredients:
- 200 g almond butter
- 100 g sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 g salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C and line a baking sheet.
- Mix all ingredients into a smooth dough.
- Roll into small balls, flatten slightly, and bake for 12 minutes.
5. Passover Brownies
Rich, fudgy, and completely flourless.
Ingredients:
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 100 g butter
- 100 g sugar
- 3 eggs
- 50 g potato starch
- 5 g cocoa powder
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C and grease a baking dish.
- Melt chocolate and butter together.
- Whisk eggs, sugar, potato starch, and cocoa powder.
- Fold in melted chocolate and pour into the dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
6. Baked Apples with Cinnamon
A warm, naturally sweet dessert with comforting spices.
Ingredients:
- 4 apples
- 50 g honey
- 5 g cinnamon
- 50 g chopped nuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Core apples and place in a baking dish.
- Fill with honey, cinnamon, and nuts.
- Bake for 30 minutes until soft.
7. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
A simple yet elegant treat for any Passover table.
Ingredients:
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 20 fresh strawberries
Instructions:
- Melt the chocolate in a double boiler.
- Dip each strawberry and place on parchment paper.
- Let cool until set.
8. Lemon Almond Cake
A light and citrusy cake made with almond flour.
Ingredients:
- 200 g almond flour
- 100 g sugar
- 3 eggs
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 5 g lemon zest
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 180°C and grease a cake pan.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until fluffy.
- Stir in almond flour, lemon juice, and zest.
- Pour into the pan and bake for 25 minutes.
These Passover desserts prove that you don’t need flour to enjoy something sweet and delicious. Enjoy these treats as you celebrate the holiday with family and friends!
