Pineapple-Cowboy Candy Pepper Jelly
A unique blend of sweet pineapple and spicy jalapeño peppers, this jelly is perfect for toast or as a glaze for meats.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole fresh pineapple, trimmed and cut into cubes
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1-2 pieces jalapeño peppers, finely chopped Adjust based on spice preference
- ¼ cup bell peppers, finely chopped
- 1 package fruit pectin
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine the pineapple, jalapeño peppers, and bell peppers in a large pot.
- Crush the pineapple lightly with a potato masher.
- Add the sugar and apple cider vinegar to the pot and stir.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Once boiling, add the fruit pectin and stir well.
- Continue to boil for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and carefully ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars.
- Seal the jars and process them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Allow the jars to cool and store them in a cool, dark place.
Notes
Finely chop jalapeños and bell peppers for even flavor distribution. Adjust jalapeño amount to control spiciness. Ensure jars are sterilized before filling.