Prep this sweet & crunchy matzo bark ahead of Passover and you'll be thankful you did! The secret to keeping Passover snacks low-stress is to prep ahead of time, so when you feel that sweet craving, you have the perfect option.
By Candice Walker on April 16, 2024 (Last updated April 16, 2024) This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.
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Prep this sweet & crunchy matzo bark ahead of Passover and you’ll be thankful you did! The secret to keeping Passover snack prep low-stress is to prep ahead of time, so when you feel that sweet craving, you have the perfect option. Make this matzo bark, pop it in the fridge, and you have snacks for the whole of Passover.
This recipe is sometimes called “matzo crack” which can include an additional layer of toffee under the chocolate. This version just has chocolate, but you can add a toffee layer if you like as long as the ingredients are kosher for Passover.
🌟Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Super easy to make ahead: This matzo bark takes very few steps to make, and keeps in the fridge for a long while. Make a batch in the week leading up to Passover and you’ll have a sweet snack ready at any moment.
Crispy, crunchy texture: There’s nothing more satisfying than biting into crunchy matzo coated in chocolate! Matzo bark is easily breakable in your hands and has a satisfyingly crisp texture. Plus, the added nuts on top give it an extra crunch factor. For a savory matzo snack, try making an easy matzo pizza.
Make it salty and sweet: I’ve used plain pistachios as a topping but you could use salted pistachios or salted almonds to give it an irresistible salty edge. For more Passover dessert inspiration, check out my complete list of desserts for Passover.
🧾Ingredients in This Recipe
Kosher for Passover matzo – These are the bases of the bark. You can choose whichever storebought brand you like the best.
Kosher for Passover dark chocolate chips – You can use dark or milk chocolate in this recipe, but my preference is dark chocolate. Any brand of dark chocolate chips will work as long as they are certified kosher for Passover. Most Passover chocolate chips are vegan, but be sure to check.
Coconut oil – This helps give the melted chocolate an attractive sheen when it hardens. Virgin coconut oil is kosher for Passover and doesn’t require a special certification. You can substitute it with olive oil, but it does add a slight taste.
Pistachios halves or chopped almonds – These nuts are kosher for Passover. You could use one or a combination of them, or substitute for any kosher nut like cashews or walnuts.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
👩🍳How to Make Matzo Bark
Add the matzo to a silicone baking mat or parchment paper on a baking sheet or cutting board. Place each matzo as close to each other as possible so the chocolate isn’t wasted in between the matzo.
Melt the chocolate and oil over a bain-marie, or you can heat it for 30 seconds at a time in a microwave.
Pour the chocolate over the matzo and spread it as evenly as possible. Use the back of a spoon, knife, or offset spatula to spread it out to the edges the best that you can.
If using halved or chopped nuts, sprinkle them on top of the chocolate. Gently press them into the chocolate so they set.
⭐️ Pro Tip ⭐️
For a more salty-sweet matzo bark, use salted nuts instead of plain nuts on top of your chocolate.
Put the chocolate matzo bark into the freezer for about 20 minutes, until the chocolate has completely hardened.
Finally, peel off the parchment paper or baking mat, and snap it into approximately 16 pieces of equal size.
If you’re looking for savory Passover recipe inspiration, I compiled my best kosher for Passover recipes to inspire you.
🍽️ How to Store Matzo Bark
Once snapped into pieces, store your bark in a sealed container in the fridge. It will keep fresh for up to 10 days.
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Prep this sweet & crunchy matzo bark ahead of Passover and you'll be thankful you did! The secret to keeping Passover snacks low-stress is to prep ahead of time, so when you feel that sweet craving, you have the perfect option.
1cupnutsroased pistachio halves or chopped almonds, optional
Instructions
Add the matzo to a silicone baking mat or parchment paper on a baking sheet or cutting board. Place them as close to each other as possible so the chocolate isn't wasted in between the matzo.
Melt the chocolate and oil over a bain-marie, or 30 seconds at a time in a microwave. Pour the chocolate over the matzo and spread it as evenly as possible. Use the back of a spoon, knife, or offset spatula to spread it out to the edges the best that you can.If using nuts, sprinkle them on top of the chocolate. Gently press them into the chocolate so they set.
Freeze for 20 minutes. Then peel it off the parchment paper and break into approximately 16 pieces.
Notes
Not all matzah is kosher for Passover. Please check for the certification.You can use dark or milk chocolate in this recipe, but my preference is dark chocolate. Please check for the kosher for Passover certification.Virgin coconut oil is kosher for Passover and does not require a special certification. You can substitute it with olive oil, but it does add a slight taste.It keeps in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Store in a sealed container.
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