Cereal is one of the trickier foods during Passover because most breakfast cereals are made from wheat, oats, barley, rye, or spelt, which are considered chametz and are not permitted during the holiday. However, there are still some cereal options that can be enjoyed during Passover when they are made with approved ingredients and carry Kosher for Passover certification.
Acceptable Passover Cereal Options
Cereals made from matzah meal or matzah farfel
Potato starch–based cereals specifically produced for Passover
Cereals made with almond flour or coconut flour
Certain granola-style cereals made with nuts, seeds, and Passover-approved ingredients
Any cereal product that carries a reliable Kosher for Passover certification (such as OU-P)
Cereals Not Acceptable for Passover
Wheat-based cereals such as Cheerios, Cornflakes, Bran Flakes, and Wheat Biscuits
Cereals made from oats, barley, rye, or spelt unless specially produced for Passover
Regular granola containing oats
Cereals containing malt flavoring or barley malt syrup
Products produced on equipment shared with chametz unless they carry Passover certification
Reputable International Kosher Breakfast Food Brands
Important Tip for Cereals
Even cereals labeled gluten-free may still be unsuitable for Passover because they can be processed on equipment that also handles grain. Always look for products that clearly display Kosher for Passover certification to ensure they meet Passover dietary requirements.
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