How to Make Homemade Jalapeno Pepper Jelly - A Step-by-Step Guide

Homemade Jalapeno Pepper Jelly is a delicious and versatile condiment that is perfect for adding a pop of sweet and spicy flavor to dishes. Whether you spread it on a cracker with cream cheese, glaze a pork tenderloin, or use it as a dip for fried chicken, this jelly is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

This recipe is a great way to preserve an abundance of jalapeno peppers from your garden or local farmer's market. It's also a fantastic way to use up any extra peppers that may be li...

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Ingredients

  • 3 green bell peppers, seeded and finely chopped
  • 2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chile peppers, drained
  • 1 ½ cups distilled white vinegar
  • 6 ½ cups white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 (6 fluid ounce) container liquid fruit pectin
  • 5 drops green food coloring

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 6 (1/2 pint) jars

  • Combine the bell peppers, chile peppers, vinegar, sugar, and cayenne pepper in a large pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. When the mixture comes to a rolling boil that cannot be stirred down, stir in the pectin. Cook for 5 more minutes at a boil, then remove from the heat. Stir in the green food coloring, if desired.
  • Ladle jelly into hot sterile jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 5 to 10 minutes to ensure a good seal.
  • Nutrition

    108 cal.

    • Sodium: 55mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 1mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 31mg