Passover is a festive Jewish holiday steeped in tradition and symbolism.

This year's Passover Seders begin at sunset on April 19. The recipe, courtesy of the National Honey Board, is a naturally sweet dessert for guests who love the taste of coffee.

Honey Mocha Macaroons
Makes 24 servings

1/2     cup honey
1/4     cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1        Tbsp. instant powdered coffee or espresso
3-1/2  cups shredded sweetened coconut
3/4     cup matzo cake meal
2        egg whites
24      chocolate coffee beans

Preheat oven to 325°F. In small saucepan, combine honey, cocoa powder and coffee powder. Cook and stir over medium heat until powders are dissolved and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and cool about 10 minutes. Stir in coconut, matzo cake meal and egg whites until well blended. Spoon out about

1 tablespoon mixture and roll into a ball. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough, placing balls about 1 inch apart. Press

1 coffee bean into center of each ball. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until firm. Cool on rack for 20 minutes. Remove macaroons from parchment. Store in airtight container.

Edited by Patricia D. Sherman

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