Chocolate-Covered Matzo

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This chocolate-covered matzo has a layer of caramel, which makes it a great choice for Passover dessert. Plus, this recipe is a delicious way to use up any leftover matzos!

Chocolate-covered matzo pieces.
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • olive oil cooking spray

  • 4 unsalted matzo boards, or more to taste

  • 1 cup unsalted butter

  • 1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed

  • ¾ cup chocolate chips

Directions

  1. Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

    Ingredients for chocolate covered matzo.

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  2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray; arrange matzo boards to fit in a single layer, breaking if necessary.

    Matzo crackers on baking tray with parchment.

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  3. Combine butter and brown sugar together in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then boil for about 3 minutes.

    Caramel mixture boiling in saucepan.

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  4. Pour butter mixture evenly over matzo on the prepared baking sheet. Transfer baking sheet into the preheated oven and immediately reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); bake for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) if the matzo are smoking too much.

    Baked matzo with caramel spread on tray.

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  5. Remove baking sheet from oven and sprinkle matzo with chocolate chips. Let stand to melt chocolate, about 5 minutes.

    Spreading chocolate chips over caramel on matzo.

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  6. Spread melted chocolate over matzo; place in refrigerator until chilled and set. Break into pieces when cooled.

    Spreading chocolate over caramel on matzo.

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Recipe Tip

Add sliced almonds or sprinkles after the chocolate melts on the warm matzo, or try using white chocolate chips and drizzle dark chocolate on top.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

351 Calories
22g Fat
39g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 351
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 138mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 39g 14%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 29g
Protein 2g 4%
Calcium 28mg 2%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 99mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.