Red Or Green Pepper Jelly Recipe

This vibrant pepper jelly recipe is a holiday favorite! Inspired by a school fundraiser, this homemade delicacy is incredibly easy to make and boasts a delicious sweet and tangy flavor. Perfect served with cream cheese and crackers, it makes a wonderful gift or a delightful addition to your holiday spread. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this surprisingly simple recipe that's bursting with flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 670.5 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.3 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Red Or Green Pepper Jelly

  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 cups chopped red or green bell peppers
  • 2 cups white vinegar
  • 1 (1 ounce) package liquid pectin

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How to Make Red Or Green Pepper Jelly

  1. Finely chop 4 cups of red or green bell peppers in a large saucepan. Add 4 cups of sugar, 2 cups of white vinegar, and 1 (1 ounce) package of liquid pectin.
  2. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  3. Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  4. Once boiling, continue to boil for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally and skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the pectin. Continue stirring for 2 minutes to fully incorporate.
  6. Carefully ladle the hot pepper jelly into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving ½ inch headspace.
  7. Wipe the rims of the jars clean, apply lids and rings, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (for half-pint jars). OR, if not canning, allow to cool completely before storing in the refrigerator or freezer.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

675g

Fat

0g

Carbs

56g