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The Best Flours for Passover Cooking and Baking

 

Passover presents a unique challenge for baking and cooking, as traditional leavened flours are off-limits. However, a variety of kosher-for-Passover flour alternatives can be used to create delicious baked goods and meals while adhering to dietary laws. Below is a guide to the best Passover-friendly flours and how they can be incorporated into your recipes.

1. Matzah Meal

      • Matzah Meal is made from ground matzah and has a coarse texture, making it ideal for recipes like matzah balls, kugels, and breading for fried foods.

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    2. Almond Flours

    Nut flours, especially almond flour, have gained popularity as an excellent Passover baking ingredient. Almond flour adds moisture and a rich, nutty flavor to cakes, cookies, and even crusts for pies.

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    3. Coconut Flour

    Coconut flour is another grain-free, kosher-for-Passover alternative that enhances texture and flavor. Since coconut flour absorbs more moisture than traditional flour, it requires additional eggs or liquids to balance the recipe.

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    4. Cassava Flour

    Cassava flour, derived from the cassava root, is a versatile gluten-free alternative. It works well in both sweet and savory dishes, making it a fantastic addition to any Passover kitchen.

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    5. Quinoa Flour

    Quinoa flour is a protein-rich, gluten-free alternative that works well for baking and thickening sauces. It has a mild, slightly nutty flavor, making it a great choice for both sweet and savory recipes.

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    6. Specialty Kosher-for-Passover Flour Blends

    For those looking for a ready-to-use flour alternative, specialty blends such as Rorie’s Grain-Free Flour Blend are formulated to mimic all-purpose flour while remaining kosher for Passover. These blends are free from gluten, sugar, potato, and tapioca starch, making them a great option for health-conscious individuals.

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    Tips for Successful Passover Baking

        • Always check that the flour you choose is certified kosher for Passover to ensure it meets dietary guidelines.

        • Different flours have unique properties; for example, coconut flour absorbs more liquid than other flours, so adjustments may be necessary.

        • Experiment with combinations of different flours to achieve the desired taste and texture.

      By selecting the right Passover flour alternative, you can continue enjoying delicious baked goods and home-cooked meals throughout the holiday. Browse our collection of Kosher-for-Passover baking essentials to stock up on all your Passover cooking needs!

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      Nutritious Honey Cookies: Try this really simple 3 step recipe!

      With all the yummy Yom Tov food just around the corner, starting the new year with a healthier nutritious honey cookie is a step in the right direction. After weeks of researching and searching, we have come up with the perfect recipe that tastes good and is good for you as well!

      This recipe is super simple, with only three easy steps!

      Enjoy, we know you will!

      Makes about 36 Cookies

      Ingredients:
      1 cup raw honey
      1/3 cup virgin coconut oil
      2 eggs
      1 cup unsweetened almond milk
      4 cups oat flour
      2 teaspoons baking powder
      1/2 teaspoon baking soda
      1 teaspoon cinnamon
      (optional ½ teaspoon vanilla extract)

      Instructions:

      1. Preheat oven to 375 F
      2. Combine all wet ingredients together
      3. In a separate bowl sift together all the dry ingredients
      4. Mix both wet and dry ingredients together
      5. Bake in preheated oven on a greased baking sheet for about 12 minutes (or until golden brown underneath cookie)
      6. Allow to cool before serving