Best 5 Date Haroset Recipes

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Haroset is a traditional Jewish dish that is served at Passover. It is a sweet and nutty paste that is made with a variety of ingredients, including dates, apples, walnuts, and cinnamon. Haroset is symbolic of the mortar that the Israelites used to build the pyramids in Egypt. It is also a reminder of the sweetness of freedom.

This article from alirecipes.com offers a collection of date-based haroset recipes that are sure to please everyone at your Passover table. The recipes range from classic to contemporary, and they all use dates as the main ingredient. Whether you are looking for a traditional haroset recipe or something more unique, you are sure to find something you love in this collection.

Some of the recipes included in this article are:

* Classic Date Haroset: This is a traditional haroset recipe that is made with dates, apples, walnuts, and cinnamon.
* Chocolate Date Haroset: This recipe adds a touch of chocolate to the classic haroset recipe.
* Apricot Date Haroset: This recipe uses apricots instead of apples.
* Cranberry Date Haroset: This recipe uses cranberries instead of apples.
* Nut-Free Date Haroset: This recipe is perfect for people with nut allergies.
* Vegan Date Haroset: This recipe is perfect for people who are vegan.

No matter what your dietary restrictions or preferences are, you are sure to find a date haroset recipe in this collection that you will love. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some delicious haroset for your next Passover celebration.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DATE HAROSET



Date Haroset image

This haroset recipe is more of a confection, and very different from the apple based variety. It can be stored in the refrigerator for 1 week in a closed container.

Provided by Katy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Date

Time 2h15m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ pound chopped dates
1 cup golden raisins
½ cup red wine
½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place the chopped dates and golden raisins in a small saucepan with the wine. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the fruit thickens to a soft paste. Cool.
  • Stir nuts and cinnamon into the cooled fruit mixture.
  • Form paste into small, bite-size balls. Roll in confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

HAROSET



Haroset image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • There are countless variations of this sweet Passover relish. We like a mixture of chopped apples, pistachios and dates. Pulse in a food processor with a splash of kosher wine, then add honey, sugar, cinnamon and salt to taste. Stir in lemon zest and juice.

HAROSETH TRUFFLES



Haroseth Truffles image

This recipe takes a traditional Passover treat, and gives it a little twist. Here, dried fruit and nuts are chopped in a food processor, flavored with cinnamon and moistened with a bit of pomegranate juice for a Sephardic version of the recipe. They're rolled into balls, and dusted with unsweetened coconut. Feel free to substitute any dried fruit or nuts you'd like.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     quick, dessert

Time 20m

Yield About 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon pomegranate juice, more as needed
4 grams ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
186 grams pitted dates (3/4 cup), coarsely chopped
180 grams dried apricots (1/2 cup), coarsely chopped
38 grams dried cherries (1/4 cup)
33 grams raw sliced almonds (1/4 cup)
66 grams raw pistachios (1/2 cup)
76 grams unsweetened shredded coconut (1 cup)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the pomegranate juice and cinnamon.
  • Combine the dates, apricots, cherries, almonds, and pistachios in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse together until mixture is coarsely combined. Add the cinnamon-juice mixture and process until the mixture forms a smooth, sticky paste. Add more juice, a teaspoon at a time, if the paste does not stick together.
  • Spread the coconut flakes on a large plate or jelly roll pan. Roll the dough, 1 heaping tablespoon at a time into a ball; roll in the coconut to coat evenly. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 79, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 2 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SEPHARDIC CHAROSET



Sephardic Charoset image

Provided by Adeena Sussman

Categories     Food Processor     Fruit     Nut     No-Cook     Passover     Raisin     Date     Banana     Red Wine     Kosher     Honey

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

20 pitted dates, preferably Medjool
3 bananas
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup sweet red wine such as Manischewitz Extra Heavy Malaga
3 tablespoons date syrup (silan) or honey
1/2 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/2 cup unsalted shelled pistachio nuts (not dyed red), toasted
1/2 cup whole almonds, toasted
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In food processor, purée dates until smooth. Add bananas, raisins, wine, and date syrup and process to combine. Add walnuts, pistachios, almonds, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves and process until smooth. Store, covered, at room temperature until ready to serve.

SEPHARDIC DATE CHAROSET



Sephardic Date Charoset image

This is a close approximation of my grandmother's recipe. She used (and I prefer) red wine instead of grape juice, but the option for no alcohol is there for you.

Provided by Alyssa 3

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb pitted dates
1 1/2 cups warm water
8 tablespoons sweet kosher red wine or 8 tablespoons grape juice
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Soak dates in saucepan in water for an hour. Then bring to a boil and simmer for about 45 minutes till they are nice and soft and breaking down.
  • Drain any excess water.
  • Put dates in food processor with cinnamon, slowly adding wine as needed to form a semi-smooth puree.
  • Pulse or stir in walnuts.
  • Adjust ingredients to taste.
  • Serve on matzah.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 3.7, Carbohydrate 58.8, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 48.3, Protein 3.4

Tips:

  • Use soft, fresh dates for a smooth texture. If your dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10-15 minutes before using.
  • Add nuts and spices to taste. Common additions include walnuts, almonds, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the dates and nuts by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely so that the haroset is smooth.
  • Haroset can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring it to room temperature before serving.

Conclusion:

Date haroset is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for Passover. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it classic or with a twist, date haroset is sure to be a hit at your Seder table.

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