Matzo crunch is a sweet treat thats all about the texture.
As the name implies, its a crunch-fest.
The beauty of this Passover-friendly dessert lies in its simplicity and decadent flavor.
Theres no need to complicate a good thing.
Make this quick, shareable, vegan dessert with only three ingredients.
Matzo crunch is a layered confection of whole matzo crackers, hard-crack caramel, and dark chocolate.
Your preference and dairy limitations will dictate the kind of chocolate you use.
Garnishes are completely optional.
The assembly is almost as simple as the ingredients list.
In a stainless steel pan or pot, make a straight caramel.
This will take eight to ten minutes over medium heat.
The following recipe makes excess caramel.
A little might sneak underneath the matzo, and thats fine too.
After about a minute, the caramel will begin to harden in the thinnest areas.
Its just long enough to completely melt the chips; theres no baking happening here.
If youre adding fun little bits like nuts or chips, add them now.
Place the tray in the fridge for about 20 minutes, or until the chocolate has set.
Break the matzo crunch into pieces and serve.
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Arrange two whole matzo crackers next to each other on the tray.
Make the caramel in a frying pan over medium heat.
Add the sugar and water (if using).
The sugar will liquify and after about 7 minutes or so it will begin to brown.
If the caramel is browning unevenly, gently lift the pan and give it a swirl.
Take it off the heat when its a medium brown color.
Drizzle half of the caramel over the matzo and spread it into a thin layer over the top.
Use the extra caramel to address any naked areas on the crackers.
Let this set for a minute.
Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the caramel.
Place the entire sheet tray in the oven for two minutes to melt the chips.
Sprinkle with optional garnishes and place in the fridge to set.
Once cool, break into pieces and serve.
