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Holiday Cranberry Apple Chutney with Walnuts

This comforting chutney blends tart cranberries, sweet apples, warm spices, and crunchy walnuts, elevating any meal with its bold flavors and vibrant color.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 125
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chutney
  • 1 1/4 cups 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup water
  • 12 oz 1 package (12 oz) fresh or frozen cranberries Choose firm, plump berries
  • 2 large 2 large tart apples, peeled and finely chopped Tart apples preferred
  • 1 medium 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/8 teaspoon 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Add at the end for crunch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 3 minutes.
  2. Add cranberries, apples, onion, raisins, brown sugar, vinegar, cinnamon, salt, allspice, and cloves. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until thick.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in toasted walnuts.
  4. If walnuts are not toasted, spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast at 350°F for about 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. Let chutney cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Serve warm or cold. Pairs well with holiday meals and can be made in advance. Toast walnuts carefully to avoid burning.