Hazelnut Free Apple-Sage Chutney
Autumn in a jar is the best way to describe this sweet-tart condiment, where tender diced apples meet the warm depth of Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger in a glossy, jammy sauce. The maple syrup and apple cider vinegar do a beautiful balancing act — one brings mellow sweetness, the other a bright, tangy lift — while the fresh sage stirred in at the end adds an herby, almost savory note that makes the whole thing feel surprisingly sophisticated. Store-bought chutneys and fruit preserves can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since shared production lines and "may contain" warnings show up constantly on labels. Making it from scratch here means every single ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, with nothing hidden in the mix. The technique is simple: a gentle simmer on the stovetop, a little patience as the liquid reduces down to that thick, spoonable consistency, and a final rest off the heat to let it set up perfectly. It's wonderful alongside roasted pork or chicken, spread over a sharp cheddar on a cheese board, or even dolloped onto oatmeal for a cozy breakfast twist. Keep a jar in the fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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8 servings
- 3 medium apples (about 1 ½ lb), peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch dice
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the diced apples, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the apples, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- 2
Stir in the ground ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, and salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft and the liquid has reduced to a thick, jammy consistency that coats the back of a spoon, about 25–30 minutes. Watch the pan in the final 5 minutes — the syrup can scorch quickly once most of the liquid has evaporated.
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