Description
Crab Apple Jelly
Crab apple jelly is a sweet and tangy spread that’s perfect for toast, biscuits, or as a glaze for meats. This simple recipe transforms tart crab apples into a beautifully clear jelly that captures the essence of fall.
Spiced Crab Apple Chutney
Spiced crab apple chutney is a flavorful condiment with a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and warm spices. It pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, cheeses, and bread, adding a touch of spice to your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Apple Jelly
- 4 lbs (1.8 kg) crab apples, washed and quartered
- 5 cups water
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- Granulated sugar (1 cup per cup of juice obtained)
Spiced Crab Apple Chutney
- 3 lbs (1.3 kg) crab apples, cored and chopped
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Crab Apple Jelly
- Place the quartered crab apples and water in a large pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until the apples are soft.
- Strain the cooked apples through a jelly bag or cheesecloth, letting the juice drip into a bowl. Avoid squeezing to keep the jelly clear.
- Measure the juice. For every cup of juice, add 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice.
- Return the juice mixture to a pot. Bring it to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook until it reaches 220°F (104°C) or passes the sheeting test.
- Pour the jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Seal and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Spiced Crab Apple Chutney
- In a large pot, combine the crab apples, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir to coat the apples.
- Mix in the onion, raisins, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and cayenne pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Spoon the chutney into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Seal and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Notes
Crab Apple Jelly
- Test for doneness using the spoon sheeting method or the cold plate test.
- Add a cinnamon stick or star anise while cooking for a warm spice undertone.
Spiced Crab Apple Chutney
- Adjust the spices to taste—add more cayenne for heat or extra cinnamon for sweetness.
- The chutney develops more flavor after sitting for a few days, so allow it to mature before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Spreads and Jams
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50 kcal
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0mg
- Saturated Fat: 0mg
- Unsaturated Fat: 0mg
- Trans Fat: 0mg
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0mg
- Protein: 0mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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