Description
This Pioneer Woman Hot Pepper Jelly recipe combines sweet bell peppers with spicy jalapeño peppers to create a flavorful, tangy jelly perfect for adding a kick to your appetizers, cheese boards, or sandwiches. The apple cider vinegar and powdered pectin help set the jelly, while the sugar balances the heat with a sweet finish. It’s easy to prepare and can be canned for long-term storage.
Ingredients
Scale
Peppers
- 2½ cups finely chopped red bell peppers
- 1¼ cups finely chopped green bell peppers
- ¼ cup finely chopped jalapeño peppers
Liquids & Thickeners
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 (1.75 oz) package powdered pectin
Sweetener
- 5 cups white sugar
Instructions
- Sterilize Jars and Lids: Begin by sterilizing your canning jars and lids in boiling water or a dishwasher on a high heat setting to ensure they are clean and safe for preserving the jelly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pot, combine the finely chopped red and green bell peppers, jalapeño peppers, apple cider vinegar, and powdered pectin. Place the pot over high heat.
- Bring to Boil and Add Sugar: Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil, then quickly stir in the white sugar ensuring it dissolves completely. Maintain a hard boil for 1 minute while stirring continuously to activate the pectin and thicken the jelly.
- Skim Foam: Remove the pot from heat and use a spoon to skim off any foam that has formed on the surface for a clearer jelly.
- Fill Jars and Seal: Carefully ladle the hot jelly mixture into the sterilized jars, leaving about ¼ inch of headspace at the top. Wipe the rims clean, place lids and screw on bands until finger-tight.
- Process in Boiling Water Canner: Place the sealed jars into a boiling water canner and process for 5 minutes to ensure proper sealing and preservation. Remove jars and let them cool completely at room temperature.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
- Ensure all jars and lids are completely sterilized to prevent spoilage.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño peppers if a milder or spicier jelly is desired.
- Use a candy thermometer to monitor boiling if available to maintain consistent temperature.
- Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to one year.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Jelly, Preserve
- Method: Boiling and Canning
- Cuisine: American Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (about 30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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