Spicy Habanero Jelly Recipe

🔥 Ignite your taste buds with this fiery Spicy Habanero Jelly! Sweet and spicy perfection in every jar. This recipe is easy to follow, but we recommend wearing gloves due to the habanero's heat. Enjoy it as a spread on cream cheese, elevate your BBQ sauce, spice up sandwiches, add a zing to salsas, or even make a milder version with jalapeños and bell peppers. The possibilities are endless! Get ready for a flavor explosion! #spicyjelly #habanerojelly #hotjelly #recipe #easyrecipe #homemadejelly #preserving #canning

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 696.7 kcal
Protein 1g
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How to Make Spicy Habanero Jelly

  1. Puree 2 cups of habanero peppers (remove seeds for less heat) and 1 cup of white vinegar in a blender until smooth.
  2. Combine the pepper puree, 1 cup of white vinegar, and 4 cups of sugar in a large saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 10 minutes, still stirring continuously.
  4. Stir in 1 package (1.75 oz) of liquid pectin. Continue to boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully skim off any foam that has formed on the surface.
  6. (Optional) Stir in a few drops of red food coloring until you achieve your desired color.
  7. Ladle the hot jelly into sterilized, hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace at the top of each jar.
  8. Wipe the jar rims clean, apply lids and rings, and process in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes.
  9. Remove jars and let them cool completely. You should hear a popping sound as the jars seal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

693g

Fat

0g

Carbs

58g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Habanero Jelly?

Spicy Habanero Jelly takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Habanero Jelly?

Spicy Habanero Jelly has approximately 696.7 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 58 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Habanero Jelly?

The key ingredients for Spicy Habanero Jelly are Habanero Peppers, Bell Pepper, Cider Vinegar, Sugar, Liquid Pectin, Yellow Food Coloring. See the full list with measurements above.

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