Apple–Walnut Charoset
A traditional Passover charoset made with apples, walnuts, wine, and warm spice. Balanced, slightly coarse, and fresh—built to contrast bitterness and richness at the Seder table.
Equipment
- Chef’s knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 3 medium apples peeled, cored, and finely chopped
- ¾ cup walnuts coarsely chopped
- ¼ cup dry red wine
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch kosher salt
Instructions
- Peel, core, and finely chop 3 medium apples into small, even pieces.
- Coarsely chop ¾ cup walnuts, keeping some texture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the apples and walnuts.
- Add ¼ cup red wine, 2 tablespoons honey or sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt.
- Mix gently until everything is evenly coated and just held together.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or wine slightly if needed.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to come together.
Notes
Notes
Keep the texture slightly coarse—do not overmix or purée.
Use a firm apple to maintain structure.
Wine should lightly coat, not saturate the mixture.
Best made the same day for freshness and texture.
Keep the texture slightly coarse—do not overmix or purée.
Use a firm apple to maintain structure.
Wine should lightly coat, not saturate the mixture.
Best made the same day for freshness and texture.
