Jalapeno Jelly Recipe Pioneer Woman Recipe
The Jalapeno Jelly Recipe Pioneer Woman Recipe is a sweet, spicy, and colorful jelly that many people love to make at home. It has a bright green color that looks beautiful on the table.
Ingredients
- 10 fresh jalapenos seeds removed
- 1 green bell pepper
- 2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 5 cups sugar
- 1 pouch liquid pectin
- Green food color optional
Instructions
Chop the Jalapenos
- Wear gloves and chop the jalapenos into small pieces. Remove the seeds to make the jelly less spicy.
Blend the Peppers
- Put the jalapenos and bell pepper in a blender. Add a little vinegar and blend until smooth.
Heat the Mixture
- Pour the blended peppers into a saucepan. Add the rest of the vinegar and heat gently.
Add the Sugar
- Add the sugar slowly to the warm mixture. Stir until the sugar melts completely.
Boil the Jelly Base
- Bring the mixture to a strong boil. Let it boil for one minute to develop the flavors.
Add the Pectin
- Add the liquid pectin. Let the mixture boil again for one full minute.
Add Food Color
- Add a few drops of green color if you want a bright green jelly. Stir gently.
Fill the Jars
- Turn off the heat. Carefully fill the jars with hot jelly. Leave some space at the top.
Seal the Jars
- Wipe the rims and close the lids tightly. Let the jars cool and thicken.
Store the Jelly
- Keep the jars in a cool place. Refrigerate after opening for best taste.
Notes
- Use fresh jalapenos for the best flavor and color.
- Always wear gloves when cutting jalapenos.
- Blend longer for smooth jelly. Blend less for small pepper pieces.
- Add more sugar if you want a sweeter jelly.
- Use red jalapenos for red jelly.
- Replace bell pepper with hatch pepper for more flavor.
- Add lemon zest for a fresh taste.
- Try honey instead of sugar for a softer flavor.