Here’s a simple, tasty way to make Apple Sweet Chili Jam or Chutney 🍏🌶️—perfect for cheese boards, sandwiches, or roasted meats.
Apple Sweet Chili Chutney / Jam
Ingredients
- 2 cups peeled, chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
- ½ cup sugar (adjust for sweetness)
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
- 2–3 tbsp sweet chili sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp grated ginger (optional for zing)
- ¼ tsp salt
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or chili flakes for extra heat
Instructions
- Combine ingredients
In a medium saucepan, mix apples, sugar, vinegar, onion, garlic, ginger, salt, and sweet chili sauce. - Cook
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft and mixture thickens. - Mash or blend (optional)
- For a smooth jam: blend with an immersion blender.
- For a chunky chutney: leave as-is or lightly mash with a fork.
- Cool & store
Transfer to a clean jar and refrigerate. Keeps up to 2 weeks in the fridge. Can also be canned for longer storage.
Tips & Variations
- Spicier: Add more chili flakes or a small fresh chili.
- Tangy: Use a mix of apple cider vinegar and lime juice.
- Sweet & savory: Add raisins or sultanas while simmering.
- Serving ideas: Serve with cheese, grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a glaze for roasted chicken.
If you want, I can give a quick 15-minute stovetop version that makes it jammy and thick without long simmering—it’s perfect if you want a faster chutney.
Do you want me to do that version?
