It is customary during Passover to avoid leavened bread, but that does not mean you have to skip dessert. I think a celebration calls for colorful and tasty sweets on the table.
You will find 28 traditional Passover desserts here that use clever ingredients like matzo meal or simply rely on fresh fruit.
Some recipes require no raising agents at all. If you want exciting new ways to enjoy this beautiful holiday, then this list is here for you.
1. Dark Chocolate Frozen Banana Pops
Frozen bananas stay just a touch soft. This texture makes them feel very much like ice cream even though they are pure fruit.
I enjoy striping these with chocolate using a piping bag. You can add chopped nuts or sweet toffee bits for extra flavor.
2. Passover Cake Bites
Cake bites are always a hit because they are so easy to make. You will use a Passover approved cake mix for this recipe.
A rich chocolate ganache replaces standard frosting. This ganache uses chocolate almond milk for a lovely finish.
3. Chocolate-Matzo Layer Cake
Matzos become lovely and tender after sitting in the freezer for a few hours. This happens because they absorb moisture like wafers in an icebox cake.
You will pre soak the matzos in coffee for a beautiful mocha flavor. I suggest serving this with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.
4. Tart Lemon Sorbet
This is not the sweetest dessert you will find on the list. It is perfect if you want something that is super refreshing but still a treat.
You can increase the sugar if the sour flavor is too much for you. I love it exactly as it is.
5. Homemade Applesauce
Making homemade applesauce makes your whole house smell incredible. I love being able to mix things up with different spices.
You can use a variety of apples to change the flavor profile. I have even thrown in pears when I have them on hand.
6. Mixed Berry Popsicles
You can control exactly what goes inside when you make your own popsicles. You will need molds and stunning fresh berries from the market.
I love the ombre look created by layering the ingredients. They taste just as delicious if you simply mix everything together.
7. Chocolate Raisin Clusters
Covering fruit in chocolate is a great way to get kids to eat it. These clusters are rich and creamy with a chewy texture.
I usually add chopped nuts or crushed cookies for extra crunch. You could also mix in crushed matzo.
8. David Lebovitz’s Chocolate Sorbet
You will not believe this dessert is dairy free after one bite. It tastes insanely creamy without using any actual cream.
Top quality Dutch cocoa powder is a must for the best result. Cheap ingredients will not provide the same rich taste.
9. Banana Soft Serve
I always keep frozen bananas in my freezer for this life changing recipe. This creamy treat tastes just like banana ice cream.
The sweetness level depends on how ripe your fruit is. I like to throw in extras like chocolate chips.
10. Easy Passion Fruit Mousse
Passion fruit can be expensive but this is a great splurge for Passover. These little mousse pots are insanely silky and rich.
They are absolutely bursting with flavor. I recommend making extra because they disappear fast.
11. Easy Fruit Sorbet
You will need only three ingredients and 15 minutes for this recipe. It allows you to create colorful homemade sorbets with ease.
Ensure your fruit is fully frozen before blending. This step is vital to getting the right consistency.
12. Flourless Chocolate Cake
This flourless cake is intensely chocolatey and wonderfully fudgy. You will make a quick ganache to pour over the top.
It sets perfectly smooth for an elegant presentation. I think it pairs beautifully with fresh strawberries.
13. Passover Apple Pecan Pie
This genius recipe is approved for the seder because it does not use a traditional crust. You will bind the filling by mixing soaked matzos with the apples.
A simple buttery crumble made with chopped pecans goes right on top. This gets poured over the fruit before baking.
14. Healthy Chocolate Fudgsicles
This fantastic recipe uses frozen bananas to create a healthy treat. Blending the fruit with cocoa powder makes the popsicles wonderfully chocolatey.
They texture is just like ice cream when blitzed from frozen. The kids won’t even know they are eating fruit.
15. Honey Lime Rainbow Fruit Salad
A vibrant fruit salad takes just minutes to throw together. This version features a rainbow of red berries, green kiwi, blueberries, and yellow pineapple.
A simple lime and honey syrup enhances all that fruity flavor. Just toss the syrup through the fruit to finish.
16. 2 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Mousse
There is nothing better than a quick two ingredient chocolate mousse when you are in a rush. This recipe skips the eggs entirely.
It is perfect served in little pots with a dollop of whipped cream. I like to add some chocolate shavings on top.
17. Lemonade Popsicles
I bet these popsicles will be even more popular than a glass of lemonade. You will need plenty of water, sugar, and lots of lemons.
Mix it all until it tastes right to you. These look incredible with fresh raspberries inside.
18. Chocolate Toffee Matzo Crack
You can give this sweet treat out as a Passover gift or keep it for yourself. Pour homemade caramel over matzos so it soaks in.
Top with plenty of chocolate, nuts, and sea salt. I like to drizzle white chocolate over everything to make it stand out.
19. Berries And Cream
Sensational fresh fruits are available once Spring has sprung. These berries need a drizzle of simple syrup to get their juices flowing.
Orange infused cream is what makes this dessert extra special. It really lets the produce shine.
20. Chocolate Covered Almonds
These nutty clusters offer a pleasant crunch without added sugar. They are a great alternative to cookies.
Almonds are naturally quite sweet on their own. The sea salt brings all the flavors to life.
21. Easy Mixed Berry Fruit Cups
You might be looking to enjoy your seder outside under the warm evening sky. These fruit cups are the perfect dessert for that occasion.
Serving fruit in plastic cups allows guests to mingle with ease. It is a simple and effective presentation.
22. 2-ingredient Pineapple Cream Popsicles
This recipe is super similar to the famous Disney Dole Whip. You will blend frozen pineapple with coconut milk instead of ice cream.
That makes them healthier and vegan to boot. I layered half a batch with frozen mango and it tasted fantastic.
23. Easy Chocolate Avocado Freezer Fudge
Avocado makes this fudge wickedly smooth and silky. You do not taste the avocado at all.
The key is to make sure the mixture is very smooth. I used a food processor to ensure no lumps remained.
24. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
It is essential to have easy treats when serving a crowd for the seder. Chocolate covered strawberries are simple, juicy, and rich.
I like to stripe them with a combination of dark and white chocolate using a piping bag. This method is faster than dipping and looks fabulous.
25. Passover Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies have no leavening in sight. The mix uses matzo meal, brown sugar, butter, and vanilla. You will cream the butter and sugar before adding the eggs.
The method is almost exactly like making regular flour cookies.
26. Avocado Chocolate Mousse
Avocado adds healthy fats and a wonderful creamy texture to this mousse. I prefer the version made with real chocolate.
I use something intense and dark to boost the flavor. The cocoa mousse version is also very tasty.
27. Matzo Crisp with Pear, Apple, and Cranberries
The blend of pear, apple, and cranberry creates a super fruity dessert. It looks beautiful when it starts to bubble up.
The crisp topping features matzo crumbs and lots of warm spices. Pecans work well here but walnuts are an excellent alternative.
28. Easy Healthy Popsicles
Making popsicles out of organic apple juice is a clever hydration hack. Be sure to get juice that is low in sugar.
I love adding little chunks of apple inside. Cranberries are also great for a bit of extra color.
