Hot pepper jelly –Hey y’all! If you’re looking for a sweet and spicy treat that’ll have your taste buds dancing, then you gotta try this Easy Hot Pepper Jelly recipe! This delightful jelly is perfect for spreading on your favorite crackers, or you can pair it with some cream cheese for a tasty appetizer that’ll impress your friends and family. Trust me, it’s simple to make and so satisfying to enjoy. Let’s get into it!
Check out this lovely jelly!
This vibrant hot pepper jelly is not just easy to whip up, but it also adds a pop of color to any table setting. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients
Gather up these ingredients to get started:
- 1 cup finely chopped bell peppers (a mix of green, red, and yellow for extra color)
- 1 cup finely chopped hot peppers (jalapeños or your favorite spicy ones)
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin (like Sure-Jell)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Now, let’s get cooking!
- First, in a large pot, combine the chopped bell peppers, hot peppers, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Stir it together and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Keep it boiling for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Next, add the sugar all at once and stir until it’s completely dissolved. Return to a rolling boil and let it boil for about 2-3 minutes.
- Now, it’s time to add the fruit pectin to the pot. Stir it well and bring the mixture back to a full boil for about 1 minute, stirring continuously. You should see it thicken up a bit.
- Once it’s looking good, remove the pot from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. This helps the peppers to distribute evenly in the jelly.
- While it’s sitting, prepare your jars. Sterilize them in boiling water for about 10 minutes.
- After the jelly has sat, carefully ladle it into the sterilized jars, leaving a little bit of space at the top. Seal them up with the lids.
- Let the jars cool at room temperature, and then store them in the refrigerator. You can also process them in a water bath if you’d like to store them for longer!
There you go! Your Easy Hot Pepper Jelly is ready to be enjoyed. Just think of all the ways you can use it: on sandwiches, with cheese, or even as a glaze for meats. It’s packed with flavor and perfect for sharing. Enjoy, and happy cooking!