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Chocolate-covered matzo recipes are a Passover staple. Every year at our Passover Seder, a heaping platter of chocolate matzo lands on the table come dessert time\u2014and it always gets devoured! Not only is our chocolate-covered matzo recipe completely addictive, but it’s also effortless to make and easy to customize to your taste.<\/p>\n
For this chocolate-covered matzo recipe, crispy sheets of matzo are layered with brown sugar toffee and melted chocolate, then topped with flaky sea salt. The only tricky part is grabbing a handful before it all disappears!<\/p>\n
Choose unsalted, plain matzo for this dessert. Using unsalted will help you control how much salt the final product needs. And using plain matzo is crucial: No one wants to bite into garlic or onion-flavored chocolate matzo! You can choose between egg and non-egg matzo; just keep in mind that non-egg matzo is sturdier and holds up better.<\/p>\n
Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil. Arrange the matzo in the lined pan and set aside.<\/p>\n
In a large heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cook and stir for three to four minutes or until the sugar dissolves. Spread the toffee evenly over the matzo.<\/p>\n
Editor’s Tip:<\/em> Keep an eye on the heat when boiling the sugar and butter on the stovetop. The mixture will boil at medium heat, but if your burners run hotter, low-medium heat will still achieve the desired consistency.<\/p>\n Bake the toffee-covered matzo for 15 to 17 minutes\u2014cover the matzo loosely with foil if the top starts to brown too quickly. Remove from the oven, then immediately sprinkle the top with chocolate chips. Let it stand for five minutes as the chocolate softens, then spread the chocolate over the top. If desired, sprinkle with flaky salt. Allow the chocolate-covered matzo to cool in the pan on a wire rack for one hour.<\/p>\n Once the matzo is cooled, break it into pieces. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours or until set. Store in an airtight container.<\/p>\n Our chocolate-covered matzo recipe needs to set for two hours in the fridge, but after that it can be stored on the counter in an airtight container. If you prefer to eat it cold, though, you can keep it in the fridge.<\/p>\n Chocolate matzo will last up to five days, whether stored on the counter or in the fridge.<\/p>\n Freeze any extra chocolate-covered matzo in a resealable freezer-safe bag. It will last for up to four months.<\/p>\n Serve this as a dessert after your Passover Seder<\/a> meal. It’s a great way to end a meal filled with beloved Passover recipes<\/a> like brisket, matzo ball soup and potato kugel. When it’s time for something sweet, serve your chocolate-covered matzo with other favorite Passover desserts<\/a>.<\/p>\n Chocolate matzo can be delicious any time, but it’s specifically a Passover dessert since it contains no leavening. Still, before serving it for Passover, ensure all your ingredients are labeled “kosher for Passover.” Keep this in mind for any other matzo recipes<\/a> you plan to make: Foods labeled “kosher for Passover” have been closely supervised by a rabbi during processing to certify they have not come in contact with any leavening agents.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Chocolate-covered matzo is layered with toffee, melted chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt for a classic Passover dessert. 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Step 4: Break up the matzo<\/h3>\n
SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Chocolate-Covered Matzo Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Chocolate-Covered Matzo<\/h2>\n
How long does chocolate-covered matzo last?<\/h3>\n
Can you freeze chocolate-covered matzo?<\/h3>\n
Chocolate-Covered Matzo Tips<\/h2>\n
SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
What should you serve with chocolate-covered matzo?<\/h3>\n
When should you serve chocolate-covered matzo?<\/h3>\n
Chocolate-Covered Matzo Tips<\/h2>
What kind of matzo should you use to make chocolate-covered matzo?<\/h3>We recommend unsalted matzo for this chocolate-covered matzo recipe for the same reason we recommend unsalted vs. salted butter<\/a> as your go-to for baking. When you use salted butter\u2014or salted matzo\u2014you don't know how much salt you're working with. When you use unsalted matzo, you're in control of how much salt is in your recipe without having to worry about it turning out too salty when you sprinkle sea salt on top. It's up to you to choose between egg and non-egg matzo; just keep in mind non-egg matzo is sturdier so it'll hold up a little better.
How can you make chocolate-covered matzo your own?<\/h3>Experiment with different toppings on your chocolate-covered matzo. Chopped almonds, pecans or pistachios would be great choices to sprinkle on top of the chocolate. Or, substitute your favorite kind of chocolate chips<\/a> for the semisweet chips, such as dark chocolate, milk chocolate or white chocolate.
How do you store chocolate-covered matzo?<\/h3>After you've refrigerated your chocolate-covered matzo for 2 hours, you can keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you prefer to eat it cold, you can keep it in the fridge. Keep these classic Passover recipes<\/a> in mind to pair with your chocolate-covered matzo.
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How can you make sure the brown sugar and butter don't burn? <\/h3>
How can you make chocolate-covered matzo your own?<\/h3>Experiment with different toppings on your chocolate-covered matzo. Chopped almonds, pecans or pistachios would be great choices to sprinkle on top of the chocolate. Or, substitute your favorite kind of chocolate chips<\/a> for the semisweet chips, such as dark chocolate, milk chocolate or white chocolate.
When can you serve chocolate-covered matzo?<\/h3>Chocolate-covered matzo is delicious any time, however, it\u2019s especially perfect for Passover because it contains no leavening. It\u2019s important to check the matzo package before you get started, since not all matzo is kosher for Passover. Foods that are labelled \"kosher for Passover\" have been closely supervised by a rabbi during processing to certify they have not come in contact with any leavening agents. Keep this in mind with other matzo recipes for Passover<\/a> you plan to make. Or, if you'd rather go a different route, desserts don\u2019t have to be limited to matzo for the holiday. Here are some more Passover desserts<\/a> worth celebrating, and <\/span>classic Passover recipes<\/a> to enjoy before dessert.<\/span><\/div>
How do you store chocolate-covered matzo?<\/h3>After you've refrigerated your chocolate-covered matzo for 2 hours, you can keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you prefer to eat it cold, you can keep it in the fridge. \r\n<\/div>
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