Easy Gluten Free Matzo Recipe

Try my gluten free matzo recipe adapted for those with gluten intolerances. Don't miss out on family traditions this Passover!

Having a gluten intolerance is a challenge at the best of times, but especially during family celebrations. If you are looking for a gluten free matzo recipe for Passover this year (one that doesn't deprive you from the distinctive matzo taste), then you are in the right place!

This simple homemade matzo lets you enjoy the seder tradition without the gluten and brings back those beloved tastes you remember so fondly from childhood!

For years, I've grappled with finding alternatives for foods I love but my body can't handle. I've experimented with recipes I adore, but the difference is always noticeable, and they never quite hit the mark. 

Adapting to a gluten-free diet is a challenge, and it's one of the reasons I started creating my own recipes. I firmly believe that dietary restrictions shouldn't rob you of the joy of food, exclude you from celebrations, or prevent you from savoring authentic flavors. 

What are Matzos?

during Passover, this is a staple food which replaces bread in most Jewish households over the 8 day celebration. 

The simple ingredients of matzo are: water and flour. Baked in the oven within 18 minutes of the flour touching the water, the bread stays flat and creates the famous crispy crunch we all crave and come to know as Jewish people. It's easy, fast and can be made gluten free for those with dietary restrictions. See the traditional homemade matzo recipe that started it all right here.

This gluten free matzo recipe is kosher for Passover for those who eat kitniyot, as they are unleavened and baked 18 minutes from the start of preparation. However, they are not necessarily kosher for the seder table as they do not contain oil in addition to the customary water, flour and salt.

Try my matzo brei recipe for a Passover brunch your family will request again and again.   Or for the French-toast of Passover, my sweet matzo brei will be sure to win over the kids (and adults with a sweet tooth!). My husband and I are always trying different ways to enjoy matzo each year, and one of his favorites is my matzo brei pizza recipe and my recent matzo lasagna. For a dessert, you can't go wrong with my toffee chocolate matzo crack. You can even use them to make your own matzo ball soup!

Ingredient Highlight: Gluten Free Flour

Make this homemade matzo with 4 simple ingredients: water, olive oil, salt, and gluten-free flour!  Here you can use whichever store-bought gluten-free flour blend you like. Things like white rice flour, tapioca, potato starch, gluten free oat flour or brown rice flour will do the job. I also use these gluten-free flour blends in my gluten free white chocolate chip cookies and gluten free carrot souffle. 

Here you can experiment with flavors, but some of my favorites are everything bagel seasoning, coarse salt and sesame seeds. Remember this makes our easy gluten free matzo not appropriate for the seder table.

Equipment

• Mixing Bowl
• Pizza stone (or heated baking sheet)
• Knife
• Rolling Pin
• Parchment paper
• Fork

Step-by-Step Directions for Passover Gluten Free Matzo 

Firstly, preheat the oven to 425°F with a pizza stone or baking tray inside.

Make matzo mix:

In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt until fully combined. Then, add the water and olive oil to the flour mixture and mix the flour and water well.

Form the matzo crackers:

On a floured surface, use your cutting knife to cut the dough into 4 equal pieces. 

Once cut, use a rolling pin to roll the dough into a thin rectangle (or circle) and transfer it to its own piece of parchment paper. 

Next, take a fork and score the dough then sprinkle them with salt or other seasonings you desire. 

Bake:

Once seasoned, slide the parchments onto the hot pizza stone or a baking tray and bake for 10 minutes on one side, and then 5 minutes on the other side, until crisp.

Repeat with remaining dough. And there you have your gluten free Passover recipe!

Storage Instructions for Gluten-Free Matzo

• Short-Term Storage (1-2 days): Store the matzo in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag at room temperature. Keep it in a cool, dry place to maintain its crispness.
• Long-Term Storage (Up to 1 week): If you want to keep your matzo fresh for a longer period, store it in an airtight container with a paper towel inside to absorb any moisture.
• Freezing (Up to 2 months): For extended storage, freeze the matzo by placing it in a freezer-safe bag or container. When ready to eat, thaw at room temperature for 10-15 minutes and crisp in a warm oven (300°F) for a few minutes if needed.

More Passover Recipes 

For a complete guide for a passover gathering, see my glorious Passover Recipe Roundup!  It includes delicious recipes like my classic jewish chicken soup, gefilte fish, and many many more. 

More Gluten-Free Recipes 

For another show-stopping passover recipe, that just happens to be gluten free is my grandmother's gluten-free carrot kugel. Some of my other gluten free recipes include my chocolate free rugalach, gluten-free lavish crackers, and delicious gluten free pumpkin spice cake!

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