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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Dessert » 15+ Healthy Passover Desserts That Taste Fabulous (2023 Edition)

    ★★★★★ from 1 reviews

    15+ Healthy Passover Desserts That Taste Fabulous (2023 Edition)

    Published Apr 4, 2023 · Modified Apr 4, 2023 · by Alexis Joseph · 3 Comments

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    A collection of easy and healthy Passover desserts that are flourless and nothing short of delicious, dietitian-approved! From brownies and cakes to cookies and bars, you're sure to find a Kosher for Passover dessert recipe the whole family will love. I hope these become a part of your annual traditions!

    overhead view of chocolate matzo
    photo credit: Lexi's Clean Kitchen

    I have such fond memories of our family's Passover seders growing up, complete with my dad's matzo brei for breakfast (scrambled eggs with matzo).

    If you're looking for flourless goodies that you and the fam will adore, you're in the right place. No flavor sacrifices here, friends!

    What is a dessert for Passover?

    A dessert that is kosher for Passover does not contain wheat, oats, rye, barley and spelt (known as chometz in Hebrew).

    While it's unanimous that these are off the table for Passover, foods like hummus and peanut butter or rice can go either way. Note that gluten free does not Kosher for Passover either!

    Typically Jews from the Middle East eat legumes known as kitniyot while European Jews do not.

    This is because traditionally, Middle Eastern Jews were willing to sort through grains to check for wheat while their European counterparts were less willing. Interesting!

    Can I use baking powder or baking soda?

    Yes! The Torah prohibits leavened bread on Passover, but it's actually the fermented grains, not the yeast itself, that's off limits.

    If unleavened desserts are your jam, there are plenty of options without baking powder and baking soda as well.

    Why can't you eat bread on Passover?

    When the Israelites were fleeing Egypt to escape slavery, they didn't have time to wait for their bread to rise. To commemorate their hardship, we eat unleavened bread called Matzo on the eight days of Passover.

    Still confused by the rules of what is and isn't Kosher for Passover? Although it may vary depending on who you ask, this New York Times article is a helpful summary of which foods are on the "yes" list.

    No flour, no problem!

    Healthy Passover Desserts

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    Banana Brownies (Grain Free!)

    Incredible 8-ingredient Banana Brownies! Moist, rich brownies with a hint of banana flavor. Made with peanut butter and sweetened with maple syrup, these better-for-you-brownies come together in no time. One bowl, simple to make, and gluten free.

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    Matzo Crack

    This Chocolate Covered Matzo Bark aka Matzo Crack is SO yummy, super addicting (you’ve been warned) and perfect for a Passover treat! It’s made using gluten-free matzo and this matzo crack recipe has 3 different variations to satisfy everyone’s favorite flavors!

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    Amazing Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

    The BEST Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies! Crisp edges and pillowy soft middles, they're as tasty as the classic too. Made in one bowl, no mixer, and easily made vegan.

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    Flourless Chocolate Cake

    This healthy Flourless Chocolate Cake is made with 5 simple ingredients and makes an impressive dessert to bring to a party. It’s rich & fudgy, and naturally gluten-free!

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    No Bake Chocolate Macaroon Pie

    This tart combines two of my favorite flavors - dark chocolate and coconut. The velvety filling is made up of 70% dark chocolate and rich coconut milk while the coconut, date, and cocoa crust tastes just like a chocolate macaroon.

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    Chocolate Drizzled Fruit Kabobs

    A tasty and super simple treat or snack, these healthy chocolate-drizzled Fruit Kabobs will be a favorite among kids and adults alike!

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    Almond Butter Bars (with Zucchini!)

    Easy flourless Almond Butter Bars with zucchini! These gluten free, one-bowl bars made with healthy ingredients satisfy any sweet tooth.

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    Healthy Magic Cookie Bars

    Healthier magic cookie bars made grain-free, gluten-free and vegan with homemade coconut cream caramel and a shortbread cookie base.

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    Healthy Coconut Macaroons

    These healthy coconut macaroons are perfect for when you’re craving something sweet, but want to stick with your healthy eating goals! Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, vegan and sweetened only with pure maple syrup.

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    Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies (Vegan + Gluten Free)

    Vegan and gluten-free Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies made with almond flour are a soft, perfectly sweet treat made with wholesome ingredients!

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    Almond Cake with Berries

    Easy, moist, and delicious gluten free almond cake made with maple syrup and extra virgin olive oil.

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    Ultimate Healthy Zucchini Brownies

    Easy Healthy Zucchini Brownies are fudgy, decadent, and low in sugar--made in 1 bowl and so delicious! Flourless, vegan, grain free and gluten free.

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    Easy Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Pie

    Decadently delicious Easy Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Pie with only 6 ingredients and no baking required! *Serve the filling in ramekins without the crust to make it Kosher for Passover.

    Get the recipe!
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    Healthy Pumpkin Brownies

    These easy Healthy Pumpkin Brownies are unbelievably rich, fudgy and so delicious--and they don't taste like pumpkin! They're made with pumpkin and almond butter instead of oil or butter. They taste so decadent that you'd never guess they're good for you! My favorite 1 bowl brownie recipe ever.

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    Salted Tahini Caramel Millionaire Bars

    Easy to make salted caramel millionaire bars with a shortbread cookie base, salted tahini caramel filling and the perfect dairy free chocolate topping. These healthy millionaire bars are vegan, gluten free and paleo and make the best dessert!

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    Fudgy Vegan Raspberry Almond Butter Brownies

    Flourless Fudgy Vegan Raspberry Almond Butter Brownies are rich, chewy, and EASY to make! Only 8 ingredients. Gluten-free, too!

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    No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Pie

    This Vegan Peanut Butter Pie tastes like a chocolate peanut butter cup! There’s no baking required, so all you have to do is assemble the layers and then let it chill until firm. The hardest part is waiting to eat it!

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    Sweet Potato Brownies (naturally sweetened!)

    Thick and fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies that are good for you! Naturally sweetened with dates, they're a perfect snack or dessert with 7g of protein and 5g of fiber per brownie. Gluten free!

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    Chocolate Covered Tart Cherry Rice Crispy Treats

    These easy Chocolate Covered Tart Cherry Rice Crispy Treats are a delicious, wholesome dessert made with almond butter and sweetened with honey! Recipe in partnership with The Cherry Marketing Institute. There is a level of textural heavenliness that can only be achieved by rice crispy treats. Crisp, chewy, sweet, just enough crunch...what more could those

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    Healthy Passover Desserts: Almond Butter Bars (with Zucchini!)

    ★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph
    • Prep Time: 10 min
    • Cook Time: 30 min
    • Total Time: 40 minutes
    • Yield: 12 bars 1x
    • Category: Desserts
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Easy flourless Almond Butter Bars with zucchini! These gluten free, one-bowl bars made with healthy ingredients satisfy any sweet tooth.


    Ingredients

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    • ¾ cup creamy almond butter (the drippy kind)
    • 1 heaping cup grated zucchini (1 small-medium zucchini)
    • 1 large egg
    • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • ¾ tsp baking soda
    • 2 tsp cinnamon
    • ¼ tsp nutmeg
    • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
    • ⅓ cup chocolate chips (optional)

    Instructions

    1. Pre-heat the oven to 350F. Spray an 8x8in baking pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
    2. Whisk together almond butter, zucchini, egg, maple syrup and vanilla in a large bowl until combined. Add baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Fold in chocolate chips.
    3. Pour batter into prepared pan. Top with additional chocolate chips, if desired.
    4. Bake for 30 minutes or until a knife comes out clean.

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    About Alexis Joseph


    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Sara says

      April 05, 2023 at 12:32 pm

      These almond butter bars are a favorite around here! I can never get over how fluffy they are without flour.

      ★★★★★

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    2. Rachel says

      April 06, 2020 at 8:04 am

      WOW! Thanks for this amazing compilation of amazing delectables! I've been a long time fan of all your wonderful recipes; I rave about you to all my friends :). I'm an Orthodox Jew, and I'm here to say that your brief synopsis of kosher-for-Passover foods was accurate. Usually, Jews from the Middle East eat kitniyot (legumes, basically) while European Jews don't, just because traditionally, Middle Eastern Jews were willing to sort through grains to check for wheat while their European counterparts were less willing 🙂
      I was so sorry to hear of your cancelled wedding, but I think it's beautiful that you and Jeff made it work. I hope you felt like a queen on your special day! <3

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      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 06, 2020 at 11:59 am

        Wonderful, thank you Rachel! Maybe I will add a tidbit about different Jews and the different rules. I didn't know the history of why Middle Eastern Jews were willing to eat legumes! Thanks so much 🙂

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