Your sweet tooth doesn't have to suffer just because it's Passover! These kosher for Passover desserts are a perfect way to cap off your Seder dinner.
38 Passover Desserts for a Sweet Finish to Your Holiday Seder
Updated on Feb. 14, 2025
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Flourless Chocolate Torte
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's the perfect dessert for chocoholics—like me! I bake this melt-in-your-mouth torte all the time for special occasions. For an elegant finish, dust it with confectioners' sugar. —Kayla Albrecht, Freeport, Illinois
This ultra-chocolatey flourless torte is a perfect way to finish your Passover Seder. Egg whites are whipped until they form stiff peaks, helping to hold this cake together without the need for any flour.
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Chocolate-Avocado Mousse
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
5 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I have rheumatoid arthritis, and I follow a special diet to help manage the symptoms. This avocado mousse is simple to make and tastes heavenly. The avocados can help reduce inflammation. —Kelly Kirby, Mill Bay, Nova Scotia
Avocado is not just for savory recipes! It’s used in this dairy-free dessert as the creamy base for chocolate mousse. The coconut milk and baking cocoa absorb its mild flavor, so you won’t even know it’s there.
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Chocolate-Covered Matzo
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My entire family asks me to make this chocolate-covered matzo every Passover and Hanukkah! I've even been asked to ship it across the country. You can use white chocolate, dark chocolate or a combination, or add nuts before the chocolate sets. —Dana Darrow, Nashua, New Hampshire
It’s not Passover without chocolate-covered matzo! Feel free to customize this recipe by adding crunchy toppings like chopped nuts.
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Passover Macaroons
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These easy coconut macaroons from Herbert Borland of Des Moines, Washington are lightly crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside. They're perfect for Passover—or anytime! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Macaroons are an iconic Passover dessert. Growing up, I loved the packaged kind found at the grocery store, but now I prefer this homemade version filled with shredded coconut.
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Classic Creme Brulee
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My favorite dessert is this creme brulee recipe. Recently I was at a party where the guests finished preparing their own desserts by “broiling” the sugar on their portions with a small torch. What a great idea! —Joylyn Trickel, Helendale, California
Creme brulee is one of those tried-and-true desserts that will please the whole table. Make a basic custard sauce, top it with sugar and broil it until the top layer becomes crispy and caramelized. It looks so inviting that it basically begs you to break into it with your spoon!
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Two-Berry Pavlova
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a light and airy dessert that I first tried in Ireland. When I got home, I made this berry pavlova for my kids, who loved to build their own with their favorite fruits. The whipped cream makes for icing on the cake! —Norma Stevenson, Eagan, Minnesota
Pavlovas are often served at the Passover Seder table because they’re basically a fancy meringue, so the ingredients are all kosher for Passover. This impressive version piles spring berries and whipped cream atop a giant meringue. If you avoid kitniyot (corn, seeds, legumes and rice) on Passover, swap in potato starch for cornstarch.
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Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This flourless cake is baked with olive oil to create a rich and savory flavor. Top with ice cream, confectioners' sugar or anything sweet to balance out the deep chocolaty flavor. —Jenna Barnard, Gilbert, Arizona
Some desserts are naturally kosher for Passover because they’re made without any forbidden ingredients. This olive oil chocolate cake is one of those desserts. It’s perfect for Passover because it uses olive oil and eggs instead of flour. I recommend being choosy with your olive oil, as the best olive oil will create a higher-quality cake.
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Passover Rainbow Cookies
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The name “rainbow cookies” is actually a bit of a misnomer for these classic New York treats. To make the pretty layered cookies, you’ll bake three thin cakes, spread jam between them and coat with smooth melted chocolate. —Shannon Sarna, South Orange, New Jersey
This classic Jewish dessert can be found on Seder tables throughout the country, but it’s especially popular in New York. The almond flour and matzo cake meal replace all-purpose flour, so the cookies are kosher for Passover. Thin layers of jam separate the red, yellow and green sponge layers and the whole cake is sandwiched in a layer of chocolate before it’s cut into cookies.
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Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When my mother (who's now a great-grandmother) gave me this recipe for no-flour peanut butter cookies about 15 years ago, I was skeptical, because it calls for only three ingredients (and no flour). But since then I've never had a failure, and I make them all the time! —Maggie Schimmel, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Peanuts are a legume, so anyone avoiding kitniyot will want to steer clear on Passover. However, if peanuts are acceptable in your household, these gluten-free cookies should definitely be on the dessert list. They’re so good that they might live rent-free in your mind long after the holiday is over! And with just three ingredients—sugar, peanut butter and a single egg—these tasty cookies are also super easy to make.
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Matzo Toffee
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 pound
From the Recipe Creator:
Once you start eating matzo toffee, you may not be able to stop! Matzo crackers are topped with buttery caramel, chocolate and slivered almonds and then baked to perfection. —Sharalyn Zander, Jacksonville, Alabama
Matzo toffee is one of those classic Passover desserts that graces the table year after year. It’s easy to make, even with the help of kiddos, and uses ingredients you probably have on hand during Passover (matzo!). I suggest making a big batch so it’s available as a quick dessert throughout the week of Passover.
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Apple Cake for Passover
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
55 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Adding a dollop of whipped cream is a sweet addition to this Passover apple cake! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This apple cake recipe calls for a lot of eggs, so make sure you have plenty on hand before you start cooking. You’ll also need a few tart apples like Granny Smiths or Braeburns.
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Fried Apples
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mom often made these rich cinnamon-sugar apples when I was growing up. I swear the folks at Cracker Barrel copied her recipe! —Margie Tappe, Prague, Oklahoma
This four-ingredient dessert is naturally kosher for Passover and is very easy to bring together. Serve these sweetened apples with a scoop of ice cream or dollop of homemade whipped cream.
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Easy Almond Joy Chia Pudding
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I enjoy making this coconut milk chia pudding recipe because it's easy and I can find all the ingredients at my local market. No baking is required, and it's served in individual jars for guests. For more flavor, add shredded coconut. —Ashley Altan, Hanover, Maryland
We love easy no-bake desserts, especially those that can be enjoyed during Passover. This one layers a chocolaty coconut milk and chia seed pudding with chocolate chips and almonds. It needs to chill for at least six hours, but it also can be made up to three days ahead.
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Macarons
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
30 macarons
From the Recipe Creator:
Even when decorated simply—a sprinkle of sugar and a drizzle of icing—these stylish beauties will be the showstoppers on any Christmas cookie tray. They are part of our creative Christmas cookies collection every year. —Josh Rink, Photo Stylist Taste Recipes
These macarons are made with almond flour, which helps the cookies get their just-right texture. Making these fancy French cookies takes a little skill and finesse, but it’s worth it. Their delicate and luxurious nature will be a gorgeous addition to your Seder table. For a more spring-forward flavor, add freeze-dried strawberries to the filling to make strawberry macarons.
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Slow-Cooker Baked Apples
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
4 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Coming home to this irresistible dessert on a dreary day is just wonderful; it’s slow-cooker easy. — Evangeline Bradford, Erlanger, Kentucky
Sometimes simpler is better, as is the case with these slow-cooked apples. The apples are sweetened with brown sugar and seasoned with orange juice concentrate or orange zest. These citrusy ingredients really punch up the flavor.
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Cashew Butter Cookies
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
20 cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These cashew butter cookies are on a more sophisticated level than peanut butter. They are vegan and gluten-free, so you'll be able to share with all your friends. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
These cashew butter cookies are gluten-free and vegan. It’s amazing that only four ingredients can come together to create sweet, crunchy cookies. For an easy decoration, press a fork into the cookie dough to make a pretty crosshatch design.
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Nut Fruit Bark
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
15 min
Servings
1-1/2 pounds
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a sophisticated version of fruit bark. Dark chocolate turns into a rich mocha flavor with the espresso powder. If you're a fan of sweet-salty tidbits, make sure to use the sea salt. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
This gluten-free, no-bake dessert has to chill for about 30 minutes, so plan ahead when you’re making it. The combination of rich chocolate, dried fruit, nuts and sea salt tastes amazing and comes together with very little actual cooking time.
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Pignoli Cookies
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Cookies are the crown jewels of Italian confections. I can’t let a holiday go by without baking these traditional almond cookies rolled in mild pine nuts. —Maria Regakis, Saugus, Massachusetts
This Sicilian cookie recipe calls for just five ingredients: almond paste, egg whites, confectioner’s sugar, pine nuts and granulated sugar. These cookies are incredibly soft and chewy and somehow taste both sweet and savory.
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Meringue Cookies
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These sweet little swirls are light as can be. They're all you need after a big, special dinner. —Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
I love how easy it is to customize meringues with different colors, flavors and decorations. Try dipping half of each meringue in melted chocolate, swapping in a different flavor extract for the vanilla extract or coloring the meringue with food dye.
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Cranberry Lime Macaroons
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
It wouldn’t be the holidays for my family and friends if I didn’t make these chewy lime-flavored macaroons. I usually make several batches a week during the season..—Alisa Costa, Chatham, New York
These light, flavorful little cookies are easier to make than they look. The whipped egg white acts as a binder, holding together the coconut, lime zest and cranberries to form the perfect Passover bite.
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Almond-Pecan Date Truffles
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter and I came across a date candy recipe when she was learning about ancient Egypt. We changed some of the spices and nuts to suit our taste. My dad was a beekeeper and Mom always made a coconut date ball for Christmas. The truffles remind me of past Christmases and are ideal for something quick yet festive on a holiday tray. —Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia
Truffles don’t need to be cooked or baked; they just need to be chilled in the refrigerator. Finish them with a drizzle of melted chocolate over top for an extra-special treat.
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Chunky Banana Cream Freeze
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings (3 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone loves ice cream, but we all know it doesn’t make a great after-school snack. Until this! With its sweet banana-almond flavor and chunky texture, this appealing banana peanut butter “ice cream” is a crowd-pleaser. People who ask me for the recipe can’t believe how easy it is to make. —Kristen Bloom, Okinawa, Japan
Ice cream might not always be the healthiest choice, but this banana cream freeze feels like a guilt-free treat. You can customize the recipe before freezing it or dress it up like a sundae before serving.
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Chocolate-Dipped Hazelnut Macaroons
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These pretty cookies are perfect for the special holiday season and pretty easy to make! —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
These hazelnut macaroons are a fancier version of the classic favorite. Use a pastry bag to pipe the hazelnut mixture onto the macaroon, making the prettiest little morsels for your dessert tray.
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Strawberry-Hazelnut Meringue Shortcakes
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In summer the strawberry farms are open for picking. I serve strawberries with a crunchy hazelnut meringue cookie. —Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin
This Passover-friendly play on a classic strawberry shortcake is absolutely delicious. Egg white meringues take the place of a biscuit, and they’re topped with fresh strawberries and frozen yogurt just before serving.
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Strawberry Citrus Ice
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
15 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Daiquiri fans, put away your straws for this blend of strawberries, lime juice and orange juice in a refreshing ice. — Robin M. Keane, Framingham, Massachusetts
This frozen treat blends fresh strawberries, lime juice and lemon juice for a dairy-free dessert. It requires an ice cream maker to bring it together, creating a smooth, refreshing, icy treat.
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Almond Butter Cookies
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These four-ingredient almond butter cookies come together very quickly, and are a nice change from the more traditional peanut butter cookies. They could be made with any kind of nut butter you like. —Heather Chambers, Largo, Florida
Even when it feels like there’s nothing in the pantry, we bet you have brown sugar, vanilla extract, egg and some almond butter. OK, well, maybe you don’t always have almond butter, but you can make this recipe with any nut butter, really.
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Chocolate Meringue Cookies
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
55 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These light, delicate chocolate meringue cookies are always a hit. Their big chocolate flavor makes it difficult to keep the kids away before they're on the cookie tray! —Edna F. Lee, Greeley, Colorado
These little chocolate meringue cookies are perfect for a sweet snack during Passover. Once they’re cooked, they’re dipped halfway in chocolate, making an impressive-looking and tasty dessert.
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Chocolate Pomegranate Candies
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
10 min
Servings
about 1/2 pound
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe pairs white and dark chocolate with whole, natural ingredients for an unbelievably delicious treat! These candies are perfect to give as a gift for Christmas. —Kelly Zdrowak, Orchard Park, New York
This play on chocolate bark is an impressive dessert to serve at your Passover Seder. Use high-quality baking chocolate for the tastiest outcome.
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Coconut Ice Cream Recipe
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
1 quart
From the Recipe Creator:
You won't miss the dairy in this creamy and rich coconut ice cream. With only five ingredients, it doesn't take much effort to make ice cream at home. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Looking for a vegan dessert for Passover? This coconut ice cream is dairy and egg-free, not to mention that it’s refreshing and downright luxurious. It’s a nice, light treat after a heavy meal.
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Mocha Meringue Sandwich Cookies
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These crisp, chewy cookies can be made any size you choose. They're also great with a variety of fillings—try making them with fruit preserves. —Marie Valdes, Brandon, FL
Coffee-flavored meringue cookies are sandwiched around a coffee-cocoa filling to create impressive-looking sandwich cookies. For a photo finish, dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving.
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Rosemary Citrus Sorbet
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This pretty pastel dessert bursts with the fresh flavors of grapefruit, lime and rosemary. —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
This citrusy chilled dessert is a fantastic dairy-free option for Passover. The base is made with sugar, herbs and citrus, and it becomes nice and slushy after about two hours in the freezer.
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Chocolate-Covered Almond Butter Brickle
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 1-3/4 pounds
From the Recipe Creator:
I love a soft brittle because the texture is wonderful and different. The flavors in this one remind me of a favorite candy bar. —JoAnn Belack, Bradenton, Florida
Break out the candy thermometer for this one! With its candy-bar-like almond base, smooth chocolate layer and coconut-and-almond topping, this Passover dessert tastes seriously gourmet.
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Candied Lemon Peel
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
2 hours 35 min
Servings
1 pound
From the Recipe Creator:
This old-fashioned candied lemon peel can also be used as a garnish for other desserts. The sweet-tart taste is delightful.—Betty Slivon, Sun City, Arizona
Chocolate-dipped citrus has been gracing Passover tables for decades. It might sound fancy, but this dessert is actually pretty easy to make. You might even like it so much that you’ll want to stock it in your candy jar year-round.
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Swiss Meringue Shells
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Folks will know you fussed when you bring out these sweet, cloud-like cups topped with fresh berries (or a tart fruit filling if you like). Crispy outside and chewy inside, this Swiss meringue recipe from the American Egg Board makes an elegant ending to a company dinner.
I love serving these Swiss meringue shells to cap off Passover Seder because they’re incredibly light and delicate. You can customize the filling using homemade whipped cream, lemon curd or pastry cream. No matter what you do, top the dessert with fresh berries to give it a springtime feel.
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Orange Jelly Candies
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
25 min
Servings
81 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
Making candy is my favorite thing to do. I've been collecting candy recipes for more than 40 years and have taken several candy-making classes. These soft confections are fantastic. —Leah Jackson, Washington, Utah
These orange jelly candies remind me of the fruit-shaped, sugar-dusted jellies we bought every year for Passover. This homemade version is much tastier and looks more impressive.
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Salted Dark Chocolate Tart
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was little, my grandpa always had a bag of caramels in his truck and a few in his pocket. Whether we were camping or going to a movie, I enjoyed sharing caramels with him. Now I try to put caramel in as many of my desserts as possible, including this sweet and salty tart. —Leah Tackitt, Austin, Texas
This tart exudes sophistication with its chocolate shell, gooey caramel layer and chocolate ganache filling. Just make sure to use gluten-free chocolate wafer cookies that are certified kosher for Passover.
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Strawberry Sorbet
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
5 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I actually first made a raspberry sorbet with an abundance of raspberries I had growing, but this simple and easy strawberry sorbet is one of my go-tos. —Karen Bailey, Golden, Colorado
A chef once told me that sorbet is the best dessert for after a heavy meal because it’s a palate cleanser. It washes out any richness that coats the tongue and refreshes a fatigued palette. Now that the palette is reawakened, follow the sorbet with a kosher wine or another indulgent dessert.
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Poached Pears with Orange Cream
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
End the meal with a flourish with this easy and elegant dessert. A hint of orange lends just enough sweetness to temper the wine's bold taste. —Julianne Schnuck, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Poached pears are a classic Passover dessert, as they’re naturally grain-free and pair well with traditional Passover foods. These pears are poached in red wine and served with a citrusy cream sauce for an impressive but simple dessert.
Passover Desserts FAQ
What makes a dessert kosher for Passover?
Desserts that are kosher for Passover do not include chametz, including wheat, spelt, barley, rye or oats. Make sure to use ingredients that are specifically labeled as “kosher for Passover,” too. If you’re also avoiding kitniyot, steer clear of food containing legumes, seeds, rice and corn.
What are traditional Passover desserts?
Traditional Passover desserts include flourless chocolate tortes, chocolate-covered matzo, coconut macaroons, meringue cookies and gluten-free apple cake. Of course, you’re welcome to make your own traditions with any of the recipes on this list!
Can you have chocolate for Passover?
Chocolate can be kosher for Passover if it meets certain specifications. The chocolate has to be certified that it doesn’t contain chametz. Some chocolate brands include soy lecithin as an emulsifying agent, which wouldn’t be Passover-approved if your family is avoiding kitniyot.
