Jalapeno Jelly Recipe (Hot Pepper Jelly) (2024)

Hot Pepper Jalapeno Jelly Recipe– Make this spicy, sweet, perkypepper jellyfrom scratch with our easy classiccanningrecipe!

Homemade Hot Pepper Jalapeño Jelly

Lovely to look at and even more delicious to eat, there’s nothing quite like homemade preserves. I am especially fond of the unexpected varieties of flavors and methods – like ourEasy Freezer Jam Recipeand this fabulousHot Pepper Jellyrecipe!

Even though jalapeno jelly isn’t exactly a new concept, it’s still an amazing surprise when you make it from scratch. Hot, sweet, tangy, chunky…Perfectly perkyin every way.

You can use this recipe to create classic jalapeno jelly, or as a base for all sorts of jelly variations. Plus, it’s easy to prepare either as traditionalcanned preservesor make as afridge or freezer jam!

What Ingredients You Need

There are only6 simple ingredientsneeded to make bright, tangy, and spicy pepper jelly from scratch…

• Red bell peppers–for zesty pepper taste with a hint of sweetness, and a lovely red color
• jalapeño peppers–wonderfully spicy peppers to make a HOT pepper jelly
• Granulated sugar–essential for sweetening and preserving the jelly
• Apple cider vinegar–helps to breakdown the peppers for properly canned preserves
• Salt–to balance the sweet and spicy flavors
• Liquid pectin–for creating a firm, spreadable jalapeno jelly (you could purchase liquid fruit pectin for extra flavor)

How to Make Hot Jalapeno Pepper Jelly from Scratch

Instructions…

For the easiest method to make homemade jalapeno jelly, you need alarge food processor or blender.

Prep the jalapenopeppers by cutting off the steps and removing the seeds. Then place them in the bowl of the food processor. Cover and pulse untilfinely chopped.

Scoop the chopped peppers into a large saucepot. Then add the sugar, vinegar, and salt. Turn the stove to medium heat (not high heat) and bring the pepper mixture to a low boil. Simmer forabout 15 minutes, until the peppers are soft.

Stir in the liquid pectin, and simmer for another minute.

Get the Complete (Printable) Hot Pepper Jalapeno Jelly Recipe Below. Enjoy!

Different Methods for Preserving Hot Pepper Jelly

Next, pour the hot pepper jelly into jars. If you plan to freeze the jelly, make sure to leave1 inchof air space at the top of the jar. Screw the lids on tightly. (wide rims mason jars are perfect for this recipe.)

Then either “can” by following theclassic protocol, place in the refrigerator, or in the freeze.

If refrigerating or freezing, first leave the jars at room temperature for24 hoursto cool completely and wipe the rim off any excess. Then transfer to the fridge or freezer until ready to use.

Hot Pepper Jelly Recipe Variations

Mix up the peppers!If you want to make spicy jelly variations, still use red bell peppers as a base for color, but feel free to use: Habanero, Serrano, Poblano, Thai Bird, or Hatch chiles instead of jalapenos. 12 average jalapenos weigh approximately2/3 a pound. Simply weigh your preferred chiles, so the consistency thickness properly.

Here are a couple of myfavorite combos:

• 2 red bell peppers + 10 jalapenos + 2-3 habanero chiles = a bright, slightlysweet and smokyhot pepper jelly
• 2 red bell peppers + 9 piquillo peppers + 2 jalapenos + 2-3 cayenne peppers = afruity, slightly spicierjalapeno jelly

Jalapeno Jelly Serving Suggestions

Enjoy sweet and spicy homemade Hot Pepper Jellyany time of daywith meals and snacks.

The bold and tangy flavors go great withcool and richcream cheese on bagels, crackers, or toast.

Use jalapeno jelly as a perky spread on sandwiches, as a base for a quick stir fry sauce, or even as a delightful surprise as a substitute for the cranberry sauce in thisCranberry Brie Bitesappetizer!

Also, spoon as a glaze over grilled chicken or pork!

We love to can it and give it as gifts for the holidays.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long to keep homemade hot pepper jelly?

Left unopened,cannedjars of Hot Pepper Jelly are shelf-stable forat least 18 monthsup to 2 years.

Reseal and refrigerate opened jars, and use within6 months.

What is jalapeno jelly used for?

You can just jalapeño pepper jelly for so many different things! It would be delicious as a spread on a sandwich or burger, or even an egg and ham breakfast sandwich! It would also perfectly complement some jalapeño poppers or savory chicken fingers.

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• Perfect Homemade Lemon Curd
• Cinnamon Maple Walnut Butter
• Giardiniera Pickled Vegetables
• Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

See the recipe card below for the nutritional information including calories, sodium, protein, carbohydrates, and vitamin c percentages.