Passover Power Bars – The Ultimate Pesach Treat
Passover desserts can sometimes feel a little meh—too dry, too bland, or just not exciting enough. But every year, my family begs for these Passover Power Bars, and honestly, I don’t blame them! These bars are sweet, chewy, and just the right amount of gooey, packed with layers of chocolate, cranberries, coconut, and crunchy walnuts.
What I love most about this recipe is how effortless it is. No need to mix or fuss—just layer everything in the pan and let the oven do the work. If you’re looking for a Passover-friendly version of those classic magic bars, this is it!
Why This Recipe is a Game Changer
Every year, I look for ways to make Passover desserts that actually taste amazing. After a few tweaks to my original Outrageous Magical Bars, this Pesach-friendly version was born. Here’s why these bars will become a staple at your Seder and beyond:
💛 Passover-Friendly – Uses matzo crumbs instead of graham crackers for a completely chametz-free dessert.
💛 Simple & No-Fuss – No mixing bowls, no fancy equipment—just layer, bake, and enjoy.
💛 Perfectly Gooey & Crunchy – The mix of chocolate, coconut, cranberries, and walnuts creates an irresistible texture.
💛 Healthier Twist – Made with Smart Balance and fat-free sweetened condensed milk to keep things a little lighter.
A Family Tradition in the Making
The first time I made these, they barely made it to the Seder table—my family devoured them straight from the pan! Now, they’ve become a must-have every year. Whether you serve them after a holiday meal or sneak one with your morning coffee (highly recommended!), they’re bound to be a new family favorite.
And if you’re hosting guests? Be prepared to share the recipe—because everyone will be asking for it!
How to Serve & Store
🍫 Serve: These are delicious warm but also hold up well at room temperature. If they last long enough, that is!
🍫 Store: Keep in an airtight container at room temp for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze and thaw before serving.
🍫 Make Ahead: These bars taste even better the next day, so feel free to bake them in advance.
I’d love to hear how these Passover Power Bars turned out for you! Did they disappear as fast as they do in my house? Let me know in the comments! 🍪✨
Passover Power Bars
DESCRIPTION
INGREDIENTS
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Smart Balance Light (or Benecol Light)
- 4 matzah (unsalted or 1¼ cup matza meal)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup walnuts (chopped)
- ½ cup flaked coconut (sweetened)
- 14 oz fat-free sweetened condensed milk (can)
INSTRUCTIONS
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Break the matzo into pieces and place in a blender. Cover and blend on high to make crumbs or start with 1¼ cup matzo meal.
- In a 13 x 9 baking pan, generously coat with cooking spray. Add the Smart Balance and place in the oven to melt. This will take about a minute. Remove from oven.
- Sprinkle the matzo crumbs evenly over the top of the Smart Balance. Do not mix.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top.
- Next, sprinkle the cranberries and then the walnuts. Finally sprinkle the coconut evenly over the top.
- Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the chips. To make the milk easier to drizzle, place the can in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cut into 24 squares while still somewhat hot. If you let them cool they become very difficult to cut.
