Cranberry Chutney Recipe (2024)

By Florence Fabricant

Updated Oct. 12, 2023

Cranberry Chutney Recipe (1)

Total Time
25 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Rating
5(928)
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This chunky and bright, cardamom-scented, honey-sweetened chutney is loaded with fresh cranberries, green apple and dried apricots. The best part? It comes together in under a half hour.

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Ingredients

Yield:8 to 10 servings

  • 1cup orange juice
  • 12ounces fresh cranberries
  • 1juice orange, pitted and finely chopped (skin and all)
  • 1tart apple, cored and chopped
  • 12dried apricots, chopped
  • cups honey, approximately
  • ½teaspoon ground cardamom

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Nutritional analysis per serving (10 servings)

192 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 51 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 46 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 4 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Cranberry Chutney Recipe (2)

Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Place orange juice, cranberries and chopped orange in a saucepan, bring to a boil and cook over medium heat until berries begin to pop.

  2. Step

    2

    Add the remaining ingredients and cook about 10 minutes, until thick. Adjust sweetness if desired.

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Florence Fabricant

Keeps a long time in the fridge, given the acid and sugar. A good couple of months.

Janis H

This was a giant hit at Thanksgiving so I just made it again. It's perfect with chicken and fish too. One guest isn't a fan of apricots so I used golden raisins; I used 3 apples because, well, I like apples and I used a lot less honey - keep tasting it until it's right for you. I love this!

Anna

Inspired by this to make a chutney, I used apple and cranberries and raisins and used some onion, clove and cardamom and a bit of wine and raspberry vinegar and honey and a bit of sugar. Delicious and more so after about a week in the fridge.

E

How long does this keep (that is, how far in advance can you make it)?

feef

I think the problem is that in mainstream markets in the Northeast one can't find juice oranges. Juice oranges have much less pith, which is what makes the recipe bitter. Navels and the like are bred to have more and that makes them travel better and last longer. So, I would recommend zesting the outer skin into the chutney and removing the fruit from the pith before making this if you can't find juice (thin skinned) oranges. Light brown sugar can help fight the bitterness to some degree.

Rubina

First, I followed the recipe. This was too bitter with the entire orange. Second time, I used the orange zest and chopped up the inside without the pith. My husband, who hates cranberry sauce, loved it. I’m eating the leftovers over plain yogurt and it is delightful.

Kate

Excellent recipe. I followed everyone else's directions and and used the orange flesh and zest only. I added the honey in parts, but did end up needing the full 1 1/4 C. Next time I will reduce the cardamom to 1/4 t and add 1/4 t cinnamon to see if that makes the spicing a little more complex and less one-note.

Charlie

Very good recipe. Used a pear instead of apple. Used less honey. The rind of the orange gives it great taste.

Clee525

Absolutely do NOT use a green apple — use a tart RED SKINNED apple. Or, SKIN the green apple before using. This recipe tastes great and was a huge hit but at Thanksgiving but the greenish tinge of the apple skin showing thru the sauce made it visually UNappealing.

Christi

Made to recipe, including whole orange. Substituted 1/4 cup of the honey with 1/4 cup Port. Extraordinary color, prompted a clear serving bowl. Nice warm or chilled. Serving tomorrow over goat feta on toast.

Nancy M

Dazzling color, interesting flavors and texture. Halved the honey. One guest liked the tartness. I would have preferred it a little sweeter. Will experiment with the leftovers this week.

Nora Bee

For classic cranberry sauce I put in a cinnamon stick and a few orange and lemon slices and then follow the recipe. Remove cinnamon stick before serving.

mary

Our new favorite cranberry sauce. Delicious. Keeps a long time in the refrigerator. Easy. I left out the cardamon.

Clee525

the taste is good but my cranberries cooked down before the liquid. Doesn’t look like the luscious photo. Also,do NOT use a green tart apple, stock with red skinned apples — the green skin looks a bit like green beans in the mix...which is decidedly NOT APPETIZING. I grated fresh orange rind over the top to add color and camouflage the slightly green tinged skin of the apples

William

May a suggest a splash of an excellent brandy to any cranberry relish/sauce recipe as a wonderful addition!

Madison

Made a few days in advance and reheated on the stove. So simple and sooooo delicious. A new favorite.

Noomin

This was delicious. Not complex but beautifully balanced, and pretty. Unable to find juice oranges, I juiced a few navels for the orange juice, tossed the rinds, and chopped up four mandarins, rind and all. Perhaps that's why I didn't need the full amount of honey. In fact I threw in a little more orange juice and the fourth mandarin to tart it up a little. Might be good with a little cayenne. I did grate some ginger in, but not really enough to taste it strongly.

Nicole

I have made this so many times that I forgot it came from this recipe! I use 2 bags of cranberries, 1 apple, and never use the whole orange (just juice & zest of 1). I change up the sweetener types and amount by taste each year. Start minimal and add as needed (this year's cranberries were extra tart so i used a combo of honey, maple syrup, and brown sugar). I also completely forgot about the apricots this time and added some golden raisins I had in the pantry. Never skip the cardamom.

Babette

Made this for the third time this year (Monday before Thanksgiving) - we love the combination of fruits and the cardamom. This time I cut the honey to one cup and added .25 tsp cloves after taste testing. Looking forward to seeing how the flavors develop by Thursday for the festivities.

mairedodd

have everything prepped- my cranberries ended up jammy bc i was prepping step 2 ingredients while they cooked and didn't get them in just as they started to pop. the taste was still great, but i think the texture of the whole cranberries would have been nicer with the pieces of apricot, apple and orange. as with many things, even better next day.

Sheila

I added a tablespoon of ginger and cut back honey to 1 cup. I used a Satsuma orange. Not bitter at all. Wish I had peels the apples but it’s very delicious.

Claire

Followed the recipe fairly closely. Didn’t have an orange on hand, so used a small can of mandarin oranges, chopped. Added zest of one lemon. Used dried nectarines instead of apricots, And reduced honey to one cup. Very tasty!

Claire

Made this chutney 11/2022. Followed it pretty much to the letter, I had the cranberries and tart apple on hand. Added lemon zest, dried nectarines since I had no apricots. I think it will be perfect on turkey sandwiches as well!

J Morgan

This is the best cranberry sauce I've ever had.

Pam

Can this chutney recipe be canned by pressure or hot water bath? Thank you for your response.

Kevin E

I’ve made this three years in a row. I use mulled cider in place of orange juice and a tangerine instead of the orange, but otherwise cook as directed.

Angie

This is such a tasty side dish and very easy to make. I was a bit nervous about adding the oranges with the peel still on but the end result was the texture of orange marmalade. So it wasn't tough but soft and tender. The cardamom really added a lovely hint of spice to the fruity flavors and elevated it from just regular cranberry sauce. I'll be making this again for Thanksgiving!

Janet Carlson

Terrific recipe. I added raisins, just because I like them in a chutney. Did 1/4 teaspoon cardamom and 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, as someone suggested - great flavor!

maria

Used 3 12oz bags cranberries, 3 C orange juice, 2 C honey, 1 small container of candied orange peel, 1 1/2 C dried fruit tidbits from Costco, 3 tsp cardamom, left it to boil, simmer,etc. Huge hit on Thanksgiving!

BFF

Delicious. Added rind, cinnamon stick, and honey in parts to control sweetness. Doubled to save some for my yogurt. Thanks for all the tips!

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Cranberry Chutney Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is cranberry chutney made of? ›

Cook the Cranberry Chutney

Combine cranberries, raisins, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil on medium-high heat, reduce the heat and simmer until the cranberries pop. Stir in celery, onion, apple and brandy. Simmer for at least 15 minutes and up to several hours.

How long will cranberry chutney last in the refrigerator? ›

How Long Does Cranberry Chutney Keep + Tips For Serving. Whether you're hosting or guest-ing, your Thanksgiving prep starts right here! This easy cranberry sauce recipe makes a tart side dish that keeps for 10-14 days in the fridge.

How do you thicken cranberry chutney? ›

Try reducing the sauce down even further so more of the liquid cooks off and the mixture thickens. If that doesn't work, add a thickener like gelatin, pectin or a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch whisked into juice or water). Let the sauce cool before refrigerating to completely set.

How many people does 1 can of cranberry sauce feed? ›

One 12-ounce bag of cranberries makes about 2 1/4 cups of basic cranberry sauce—in my house, that's enough for about five people. Going the canned route? You'll need at least one can for six people.

What is traditional chutney made from? ›

Chutney is a condiment or spread made from chopped fruit cooked with vinegar, spices and sometimes sugar, that can be served fresh or preserved. It's often associated with Indian cuisine.

How long is cranberry chutney good for? ›

Make-Ahead/Freezing Instructions: The chutney will keep for 10 days in a covered container in the refrigerator, or can be frozen for up to two months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.

Can you freeze homemade cranberry chutney? ›

Yes, when stored properly, you can freeze leftover homemade cranberry sauce. Before freezing, keep three important principles in mind: cool it, wrap it and label it (the same rules apply when freezing homemade meals). First, it's important that any cooked food has cooled down before it goes into the freezer.

Does chutney go bad? ›

Chutneys have a shelf life of around 1 year unopened from the date of purchase. Once opened, chutney can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 months.

Can dogs eat cranberries? ›

Both fresh and dried cranberries are safe to feed to dogs in small quantities. Whether your dog will like this tart treat is another question. Either way, moderation is important when feeding cranberries to dogs, as with any treat, as too many can lead to an upset stomach.

Why is my homemade chutney runny? ›

The most common method is to simply cook it for longer, until the excess water evaporates and the chutney thickens naturally. This can take a while, so be patient and stir the chutney frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Why does my cranberry sauce taste bitter? ›

Dear Evelyn: I had the same problem when I first started making my own cranberry sauce. I found out that you should cook them just until they pop. Further cooking will make them bitter, and once that happens, you need to start again.

What if my homemade chutney is too runny? ›

If your chutney is too runny or your recipe calls for a thickening agent, always use cornflour mixed with a little of the vinegar. Cornflour is gluten free. Always to this at the very end because thickening your chutney like this will make catch and burn easily.

Why is cranberry sauce so expensive? ›

But that's not the case for prepared cranberry sauces, where prices are up. Lochner pointed out that processors set those prices, not growers, and that there are higher input costs unrelated to berries — like “processing the fruit and getting it to market.” Ocean Spray isn't immune either.

Can wild birds eat cranberry sauce? ›

Things to Remember When Feeding Cranberries to Birds

Give birds unsweetened cranberries. Sugar is bad for birds. Don't give birds cranberry sauce. It often has lots of sugar.

What percent of Americans like cranberry sauce? ›

A poll from Ocean Spray reveals that more than three-quarters of Americans say cranberry sauce is a must-have for the holiday meal. As 83% say they “believe it's not even Thanksgiving without cranberry sauce.” Of course, this research is done by the brand behind the most popular cranberry sauce.

What's the difference between a chutney and a sauce? ›

The texture of this condiment is what primarily distinguishes it from a sauce. Because it is made from slow-cooking fruits and vegetables, chutney often has a chunky yet spreadable consistency and is created similarly to jam. Sauce, on the other hand, is typically much thinner.

What is chutney and what do you eat it with? ›

Chutney is a condiment with a confusing identity. The chutneys you might buy in a supermarket are something like relish, something like jam. They're savory preserves, usually fruit-based, served as a complement to dishes like Indian curries. Yet these preserved chutneys are not typical of the chutneys served in India.

Why is it called chutney? ›

The word chutney derives from Hindi चटनी chaṭnī, deriving from चाटना chāṭnā 'to lick' or 'to eat with appetite'. In India, chutney refers to fresh and pickled preparations indiscriminately; however, several Indian languages use the word for fresh preparations only.

What is chutney and what does it taste like? ›

Chutneys usually have that enticing blend of savory, sweet, spicy and tangy. As there's such a large variety of chutney recipes out there, the exact tastes vary quite a bit. In terms of texture, chutneys vary depending on how thick the vegetables or fruits are chopped.

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