My daughter’s hobby is crafting this to hand out as gifts. I sampled it, and it’s top-notch.
There’s something about the aroma of apples and spices slowly bubbling away in the kitchen that can make any house feel like a home. That’s probably one of the reasons why I fell hard for this Slow Cooker Apple Sweet Chili Jam. I stumbled upon the concept of sweet chili jam awhile back during one of my down-the-Internet-rabbit-hole evenings. Sweet heat palooza? Sign me up! It’s kind of magical, really—this combination of apples for that hint of autumn coziness with the kick of chili to remind you that spice can warm even the chilliest of evenings. You might want to make it because it’s a darn good way to use up those apples sitting prettily in your fruit bowl, or maybe because it’s the perfect thing to elevate your cheeseboard game. Trust me, your crackers will never feel lonely again.
Whether served atop a luscious cream cheese spread for an impromptu get-together, glazing a seared pork chop for some mid-week fancy, or even swirled into your morning yogurt for that touch of va-va-voom, this jam is a jack-of-all-trades in my kitchen. And for those cheese aficionados? Partner it with a sharp cheddar or a bold blue for a match made in taste bud heaven.
Slow Cooker Apple Sweet Chili Jam
Servings: 4-5 cups
Ingredients
– 6 cups of peeled, cored, and finely chopped apples (a mix of sweet and tart varieties works best)
– 1 cup of white sugar
– 1 cup of brown sugar, lightly packed
– 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar
– 2-3 jalapeños, seeds removed and minced (depending on your heat preference)
– 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
– 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, grated
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes (optional for extra kick)
– 1 pouch (3 oz) of liquid pectin
Directions
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