Passover Pesach Brownies – The Ultimate Flourless Chocolate
Passover brownies are rich, flourless chocolate bars perfect for the Pesach holiday.They are made without traditional wheat flour, using ingredients like cocoa powder and potato starch.The batter is quick to mix and requires only a few simple ingredients.Once baked, the brownies develop a shiny top and dense fudgy texture.Chocolate chips or nuts can be added for extra flavor and crunch.These brownies are perfect for Passover gatherings, Seder desserts, or chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup potato starch or matzo cake meal
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan or microwave and allow it to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs together until smooth and slightly thick.
- Stir the melted butter and vanilla extract into the egg mixture.
- Sift in cocoa powder, potato starch (or matzo cake meal), and salt. Mix until the batter becomes smooth.
- Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 22–25 minutes until the center is set.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
- Potato starch makes the brownies softer and more tender.
- Matzo cake meal creates a slightly cakier texture.
- Let brownies cool fully before slicing.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- Brownies taste even better the next day.
- Nuts are optional but add nice texture.
- A pinch of espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor.