Best 13 Passover Cookies Recipes

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During Passover, a joyous spring festival commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt, Jewish people around the world partake in a culinary tradition that excludes all forms of leavened bread, known as chametz. This dietary restriction calls for a creative approach to baking, resulting in a delectable array of Passover cookies that are both symbolic and delicious.

From the classic chewy macaroons, with their crisp meringue exterior and tender coconut filling, to the indulgent chocolate chip cookies, reinvented with a Passover-friendly flour blend, these recipes offer a delightful balance of tradition and innovation. There's the timeless charm of almond macaroons, simple yet elegant, their delicate texture and nutty flavor sure to evoke nostalgic memories. For those who favor a chewy delight, the chewy chocolate chip cookies, featuring a combination of oat flour and potato starch, deliver a satisfyingly soft and chewy bite. And for a touch of sophistication, the orange-glazed Passover cookies, infused with vibrant citrus zest and adorned with a sweet orange glaze, offer a delightful interplay of flavors.

No matter your taste preferences, these Passover cookie recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience, allowing you to indulge in the sweetness of the holiday while adhering to its sacred traditions. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey that celebrates the spirit of Passover.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

PASSOVER CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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These are almost as good as what you can make the other 358 days of the year.

Provided by SANDI

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup chopped walnuts
1 cup matzo cake meal
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup potato starch
3 eggs
½ cup margarine, softened
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 (12 ounce) bag chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Spread the walnuts onto a baking sheet, and toast until the nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, about 45 minutes. Watch the nuts carefully as they bake, they burn quickly. Once toasted, set the walnuts aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Raise oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Whisk together the matzo cake meal, salt, and potato starch in a bowl.
  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, margarine, and sugar together until smoothly combined. Stir the meal mixture into the wet ingredients until thoroughly combined, and mix in the chocolate chips. Drop the dough by spoonfuls onto the parchment-lined baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove the cookies from the baking sheets as soon as they are removed from the oven; cool on baking racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 31.5 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES FOR PASSOVER



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This easy chocolate chip cookie recipe is made with the traditional ingredients like sugar and semi-sweet chocolate chips except matzo meal replaces the flour, making it a perfect Passover dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup matzo meal
1 cup matzo farfel
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup nondairy semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Stir together matzo meal, farfel, sugars, and salt. Whisk together eggs, oil, and vanilla in a small bowl. Stir egg mixture into sugar mixture. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.
  • Roll dough into 1 3/4-inch balls; space 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until golden, 16 to 18 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks.

CHOCOLATE PASSOVER COOKIES



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The secret to making unleavened chocolate cookies that are chewy and light lies in the technique. Egg whites, beaten until fluffy, are folded into the chocolate batter to produce the perfect texture. Chocolate chips are added last.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter or nondairy margarine, room temperature
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted
1/2 cup matzo meal
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
4 large egg whites
8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Beat butter or margarine and sugar with a mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Add chocolate, matzo meal, and salt. Beat until mixture just comes together. (It should be thick.)
  • In a clean bowl and with a whisk attachment, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into chocolate mixture. Add chocolate chips, and stir. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Scoop 2-inch balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until set, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on sheet on a wire rack for 2 minutes. Transfer cookies to rack, and let cool completely.

PASSOVER CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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Thought I would post these early before I forget or get too busy. These are crispy, chewy cookies and my son's favourite cookies, even when it's not Pesach!

Provided by Maxxr

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/3 cups passover brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon passover vanilla sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks) or 3/4 cup margarine (1 1/2 sticks)
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup matzo cake meal
1 cup potato starch
2 cups chocolate chips

Steps:

  • N. B. Can replace the chocolate chips with chopped pecans and the granulated sugar with an additional 1/2 cup of brown sugar if you want to make pecan sandies.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the brown, granulated and vanilla sugars with the butter or margarine.
  • Blend in the eggs.
  • Stir in the salt, cake meal and potato starch.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Chill the dough for 1 hour or overnight for chewy cookies, do not chill if you prefer thin, crisp cookies.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Scoop out generous teaspoonfuls of dough or roll marble sized balls.
  • Place on the baking sheets, leaving room for the cookies to spread.
  • Press down a little if using chilled dough.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes- watch carefully- then cool on the baking sheets for 20 to 30 minutes or place the baking sheets in the fridge to hasten cooling.
  • Remove the cookies to a platter using a metal spatula.

PASSOVER RAINBOW COOKIES



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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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sugar
4 ounces almond paste, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup stick margarine
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 cup matzo cake meal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 to 8 drops red food coloring
6 to 8 drops green food coloring
1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam
GLAZE:
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line bottoms of 3 greased 8-in. square baking pans with parchment; grease parchment. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and lemon-colored, 2-3 minutes. Gradually add almond paste; mix well. Gradually add margarine, almond flour, cake meal, salt and vanilla., Divide batter into thirds. Tint 1 portion red and 1 portion green; leave remaining portion plain. Spread each portion into a separate prepared pan., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and edges begins to brown, 10-12 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before gently removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Place red layer on waxed paper; spread with 2 tablespoons jam. Top with plain layer and remaining jam. Add green layer; press down gently., For glaze, in a microwave, melt chocolate chips, shortening and salt; stir until smooth. Spread half over green layer. Refrigerate 20 minutes or until set. Turn over onto another piece of waxed paper; spread remaining glaze over red layer. Refrigerate 20 minutes or until set., With a sharp knife, trim edges. Cut into 4 rows; cut each row into 1-in. slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 32 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ALMOND MACAROONS -- THE PASSOVER COOKIES



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There they are, every single Passover, those Macaroons. You can't escape them! I, personally, am not a fan of the coconut macaroon, which is the more popular kind of Passover cookie you find in the supermarket. But an almond macaroon? That's almost worth the whole holiday!

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups unblanched almonds, ground
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
3 egg whites
slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients, except for the egg whites.
  • Stir in the egg whites.
  • The dough will be like thick, wet sand.
  • Roll into one inch balls.
  • Place on a greased (or foil lined, or parchment paper lined) cookie sheet and flatten slightly.
  • Press an almond sliver into each cookie.
  • Bake at 350°F.
  • for 15-20 minutes, until dry and lightly brown.

PASSOVER COOKIES



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These were the most amazing cookies I have every tasted. They are "very" crispy. I will make this year-round, not just for Passover.

Provided by dojemi

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 35m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups matzo meal
1 1/2 cups matzo farfel
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup raisins
1 cup walnuts
1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 large eggs
2/3 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Mix together the first 7 ingredients.
  • Add the eggs and oil and mix together well.
  • The dough will seem dry and crumbly, but it will hold together when cooked.
  • Drop by tablespoons onto greased cookie sheet. Press lightly to hold together, if necessary.
  • Bake @ 350° for 15 minutes.

PASSOVER CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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My MIL is famous for her chocolate chip cookies, or at least she WAS until last year when I made these and sadly hers just sat while these were gobbled up so I think she's using my recipe this year. I highly recommend doubling this recipe as they really seem to disappear quickly.

Provided by scancan

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 40m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons vanilla sugar or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup unsalted butter (can decrease slightly) or 1 cup margarine (can decrease slightly)
2 eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup matzo meal
3/4 cup matzo meal (matzah cake meal -couldn't put in)
1 cup potato starch
2 cups chocolate chips
1 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Cream together sugars, vanilla, and butter. Blend in eggs.
  • Stir in the salt, matzah meal, cake meal, baking soda, potato starch, and chips.
  • Chill the dough for an hour or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • On a parchment lined cookie sheet, drop teaspoonfuls of batter leaving room to spread.
  • Bake for about 12 minutes.
  • Let cool about 10 minuted before removing.

CRUNCHY PASSOVER COOKIES



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These are wonderful crunchy cookies that are perfect for Passover.

Provided by ammilgram

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups farfel
2 cups matzo meal
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 chopped pecans
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
4 eggs
⅔ cup vegetable oil
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
  • Combine farfel, matzo meal, sugar, pecans, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Add eggs and oil and mix together until well combined. Mix in raisins. The dough will seem dry and crumbly, but will hold together after baking.
  • Drop dough by tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets. Press lightly to hold together, if necessary.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 41.1 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

CRISPY PASSOVER COOKIES (GLUTEN-FREE)



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I found this really tasty recipe on an online forum. It could not be easier to throw together (dough can be mixed by hand) and tastes much better than the usual Passover cookies. Dough can be frozen and recipe can be halved. Recipe makes 4 dozen small cookies on 2 cookie sheets.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 25m

Yield 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla sugar or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sugar
3 cups ground nuts (walnuts, almonds, etc., you can combine different types)
coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • Beat eggs eggs, salt, and vanilla.
  • Add sugar, nuts, and coconut, if using. The mixture will be thick.
  • Drop onto a greased pan by small spoonfuls. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until golden. Let harden before removing from pan.

PASSOVER RAINBOW COOKIES RECIPE - (4/5)



Passover Rainbow Cookies Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-6711

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces almond paste
2 sticks unsalted butter
1 cup sugar
4 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 1/2 cups sifted matzo cake meal, spooned in and leveled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup apricot jam
1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam
6 to 8 drops green food color
8 to 10 drops red food color
10 ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate

Steps:

  • Position the shelves in the upper and lower thirds of the oven. Heat overn to 350. Use three disposable cake pans and spray the bottoms lightly with pam. Line the bottoms with parchment paper and then spray the parchment and the sides of the pans. Break the almond paste into pieces and place in food processor and process for 10 to 15 seconds or until finely chopped. In bowl of electric mixer, mix butter on medium-low speed until just smooth. Increase the speed to medium and add grated almond paste. Beat until lightened in color, about 2 minutes. Pour in the sugar and better for 1 minute longer. Add the egg yolks and almond extract, beating well to combine. Combine flour and salt and add until just incorporated. In separate bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until firm peaks form. Using a large rubber spatula, gently fold 1/3 of the egg whites into batter, then fold 1/3 then the last 1/3. Divide the batter into thirds (each measuring about 1 2/3 cups) and place into 3 separate bowls. Tint one portion with green food coloring, mixing until evenly colored. Tint a second with the red food coloring. Spread the batters in the pans, smoothing the tops with a small offset spatula. Be sure the batter is evenly distributed, especially into the corners of the pans. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the tops are firm to the touch and slightly brown. Let stand on wire racks until cool enough to handle and then invert each pan and peel off the parchment. Place a sheet of plastic wrap large enough to wrap all three layers on a cookie sheet. Invert the green layer, top side down. Using a small offset spatula, spread the surface evenly with 2 tbs. of the raspberry jam. Place the plain layer top side down on top. Then spread with 2 tbs. of raspberry jam. Place the pink layer, top side up on top. Be sure the 3 layers are evenly aligned, then press together. Wrap the layered stack tightly with the plastic wrap, sealing ends securely and place on clean cookie sheet. Place another cookie sheet on top of wrapped stack and weigh down the 2 or 3 heavy cookbooks to compress the layers. Let the stack rest and room temperature for at least 24 hours, turning it over once or twice. After 24 hours, unwrap the stack and set it on a cutting board. Using a large serrated knife, trim ¼ inch from all sides. Then cut the stack into 5 equal strips, each measuring approximately 1 ¼ inches wide. Separate the strips and place them on a large wire rack set over wax paper. To make apricot glaze, place apricot preserves and 2 tbs. water in a small saucepan and bring to boil. Simmer for 1 minute. Pass through a fine strainer into a bowl and discard the pulp. (This can be made ahead and reheated just before using) Brush a thin layer of the warm glaze on the top and sides of each strip. Let stand for ½ hour or longer. When ready to coat the strips, fill a medium pot with 1 inch of water and bring to a simmer. Place the chocolate in a large bowl and set it over the simmering water to melt, gently stirring occasionally with a rubber spatula. The chocolate should not become too hot. When the chocolate is almost melted, remove from the heat and allow to stand until completely melted. Gently stir occasionally. It is ready to apply when it is smooth, tepid and the consistency of chocolate syrup. (If the chocolate becomes too thick, warm it over simmering water until it reaches the right consistency.) Working one strip at a time, spoon about 1/5 of the melted chocolate down the length of the strip. Using a small offset spatula, spread the chocolate evenly over the tops and sides. Repeat with remaining strips. Let the strips stand at room temperature until the chocolate hardens. Cut each strip into slices. Store in airtight container, layered between strips of wax paper for up to 3 weeks or freeze. This cookie improves with age.

PASSOVER MOCK OATMEAL COOKIES RECIPE - (3.1/5)



Passover Mock Oatmeal Cookies Recipe - (3.1/5) image

Provided by tisch3240

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups matza meal
2 cups matza farfel
1 cup sugar
1 cup raisins
1 cup nuts, chopped
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2/3 cup veg oil
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Combine dry ingredients. Beat in eggs & oil. Drop by teaspoonfuls on a greased cookie sheet. Bake in moderate oven (350) about 1/2 hr.

FUDGE COOKIES (PASSOVER)



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Adapted from Ami Magazine.

Provided by Annelise Friedman

Categories     Chocolate

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 c powdered sugar
1/2 c egg whites (must be measured)
1 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 c cocoa
1/8 tsp salt
1 1/2 c chocolate chips

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350.
  • 2. Whisk together the sugar, vanilla, cocoa, and salt. Add 2/3rds of the egg whites, stir, and add the remaining egg whites. Mix until combined.
  • 3. Batter should be thick and glossy. Stir in chocolate chips.
  • 4. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto 2 parchment lined cookie sheets, about 5 cookies per sheet. Leave plenty of room between cookies, as they spread while baking.
  • 5. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until tops look slightly cracked. Let cookies cool COMPLETELY on baking sheet and do not move them. When cool, transfer to airtight container for 3 days, or freeze.

Tips:

  • Choose the right matzah: Use high-quality, fresh matzah that is not too thick or too thin. This will ensure that your cookies have the right texture and flavor.
  • Grind the matzah finely: Grinding the matzah finely will help to create a smooth and even cookie dough. You can use a food processor or a blender to do this.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together: This will help to create a light and fluffy cookie dough. Be sure to cream the butter and sugar together until they are light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time: This will help to prevent the cookie dough from curdling. Beat each egg into the dough until it is well combined.
  • Chill the cookie dough: Chilling the cookie dough will help to firm it up and make it easier to handle. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature: The temperature of your oven will affect the texture of your cookies. Bake the cookies at the temperature specified in the recipe.
  • Let the cookies cool completely: Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them. This will help to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Passover cookies are a delicious and festive way to celebrate the holiday. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a cookie that everyone will enjoy. Whether you're looking for a classic recipe or something new and innovative, you're sure to find the perfect Passover cookie recipe in this article. So get baking and enjoy!

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