Charoset from Ancona

Bring a touch of Italian-Jewish heritage to your Passover table with this exquisite Charoset from Ancona, a delightful blend of sweet, nutty, and aromatic flavors. This no-cook recipe combines dried figs, golden raisins, and grated apple with the warm spices of cinnamon and cloves, highlighted by the zesty brightness of orange zest. Sweet wine, like Moscato or Marsala, and a drizzle of honey create a rich, luscious texture, while crunchy blanched almonds add the perfect contrast. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this charoset is as versatile as it is flavorful, making it a centerpiece at your Seder or a delicious spread for matzo bread. Relish the symphony of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients that make this dish a cherished Passover tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Dried figs
• 100 grams Blanched almonds
• 50 grams Golden raisins
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 60 milliliters Sweet wine (such as Moscato or Marsala)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 medium piece Apple (peeled, cored, and grated)

Directions

Step 1

Chop the dried figs into small pieces and place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Roughly chop the blanched almonds and add them to the bowl with the figs.

Step 3

Add the golden raisins, honey, and sweet wine to the bowl.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and orange zest.

Step 5

Stir the mixture well, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 6

Fold in the grated apple and mix thoroughly until the charoset achieves a cohesive texture.

Step 7

Cover the bowl and let the charoset sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Step 8

Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy as part of a Passover Seder or with matzo bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(608.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1597.5

Total Fat 53.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 46.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 196.3g
Protein 29.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 636.7mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2562.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.8%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 64.2%