Hot Pepper Jelly
Hot Pepper Jelly balances lively heat with a bright, tangy sweetness from bell peppers, jalapeños, and cider vinegar set with pectin. It’s fantastic spooned over cream cheese with crisp crackers or brushed on grilled meats for a glossy, spicy-sweet finish. Serve at gatherings or as a pantry staple to perk up snacks and appetizers.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves48
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hot Pepper Jelly, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 23 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 48 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 72
- Heart Health
- 53
- Metabolic
- 19
- Digestive
- 36
- Inflammatory
- 12
- Performance
- 25
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
Sterilize six 8-ounce canning jars and lids as directed by the manufacturer. Heat water in a hot water canner.
- 3
Put the bell peppers and jalapeño peppers in a large saucepan over high heat; stir in the vinegar and fruit pectin.
- 4
Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Stir in the sugar; return to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from the heat and skim off any foam from the surface.
- 5
Quickly ladle the jelly into the sterile jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the tops. Cover with flat lids and screw on the rings tightly.
- 6
Place the jars in the rack and slowly lower them into the canner. The water should fully cover the jars and be hot but not boiling. Bring the water to a boil; cover the canner and process for 5 minutes.
- 7
Serve and enjoy.
- Calories 101.68 kcal Moderate 5%
- Protein 0.6 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 24.79 g 9%
- Total Fat 0.73 g Low Source 1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.1 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 14.93 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 1.56 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 22.4 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 5.23 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.28 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 112.62 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 15.94 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 16.12 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Hot Pepper Jelly is made with 6 ingredients and serves 48. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Diced Jalapeño Peppers, Green Bell Pepper, and Pectin. Each serving provides about 101.68 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hot Pepper Jelly made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Diced Jalapeño Peppers, Green Bell Pepper, Pectin, Red Bell Pepper. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Hot Pepper Jelly?
- About 45 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 101.68 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hot Pepper Jelly easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Hot Pepper Jelly healthy?
- Hot Pepper Jelly has an easyChef Pro health score of 29/100. Per serving, it provides 101.68 calories and 0.6 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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