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    Easy Homemade Hot Pepper Jelly Recipe

    April 19, 2016 Updated: July 25, 2020 By Katie Crenshaw 132 Comments

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    How to Make Homemade Hot Pepper Jelly

    Beautiful in color and sweet with heat; this homemade hot pepper jelly recipe is perfect for entertaining when served on the top of cream or goat cheese.

    Follow these easy steps and tips to make it homemade!

     Pepper Jelly

    My family loves this hot pepper jelly recipe. We have it over cream cheese at all of our gatherings.

    It also makes a great glaze for a pork tenderloin, hot wings, or salmon.

    Homemade is the best. I hate it when we run out of our homemade jars and have to put out the store-bought stuff. It is never as good.

    While there are a few steps and it is a little time consuming, the Hot Pepper Jelly is pretty easy to make.

    Follow these steps and to learn how to make your own homemade hot pepper jelly.  Be sure to make extra, this Homemade Hot Pepper Jelly is great for gifts.

    hot pepper jelly

    *This post contains affiliate links.

    What canning supplies do you need?

    To make this pepper jelly, you need the following canning supplies:

    • A canning pot. If you do not have a canning pot, you can order: Roots & Branches VKP1130 Harvest Stainless Steel Multi-Use Canner with Temperature Indicator, Holds 7 Quart Jars, 20 Quart Liquid Capacity
    • A canning set: jar lifter, magnetic lid lifter, wide mouth funnel, and bubble measurer. If you do not have a set, you can order: Norpro Canning Set (6 Pieces), Green
    • Jars, screw bands, and lids. You can find these in the canning section of your grocery store, or order here: Ball Mason 8oz Quilted Jelly Jars with Lids and Bands, Set of 12
    step by step process image on how to make pepper jelly

    Step by Step Tutorial

    Follow these steps to make delicious pepper jelly!

    • Wash your jars and screw bands.
    • Next, sterilize jars and screw bands in boiling water to kill off any germs and bacteria.
    • Set your jars and screw bands to dry in a clean area.
    • Finely chop your peppers.
    • Add your peppers to a large pan over high heat.
    • Mix in vinegar and fruit pectin.
    • Stir constantly and let it reach to a rolling boil. Once it reaches a rolling boil, remove from heat.
    • At this point, you want to add sugar. Stir well and put it back on high heat, continually stirring. Let it reach to a rolling boil and boil one minute.
    • Remove from heat. Skim off all foam.
    • Ladle jelly into 8oz jars filling to ¼in from the top.
    • Cover with flat lids and screw on screw bands tightly.
    • Place jars into canner. Water should cover jars completely. Water should be hot, but not boiling.
    • Bring water to boil and process 5 minutes. Pull jars out and cool. *NOTE* If you live in a high altitude,  you will need to adjust processing time. Here is a chart.
    • You will start hearing a popping noise as the jars seal. When jars are completely cooled, check seals by pressing centers of lids with finger. (If lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)

    Pepper Jelly Tips

    Cooking Tip: Scoop one ladle of pepper jelly in each jar to evenly distribute peppers before completely filling each jar. The peppers rise to the top. If you do not evenly distribute them, you will have no peppers left for the last jars.

    Cooking Tip: If you do not want your Pepper Jelly hot, substitute jalapeños with red bell peppers. If you want a spicier jelly, use a hotter pepper. I used red jalapeños for this batch.

    How do you know if your jelly is set?

    Try the "Plate Test." Put a plate in a freezer for 15 minutes or more. When you think your jelly is ready, remove it from the heat. Drop a spoonful of the jelly on the plate.

    Let it cool for a few minutes. Using a dry, clean finger, run your finger down the center of the jelly. If it remains divided, it is set! If it forms back together, it needs to cook a few minutes longer. Here are some more tips to ensure a set jelly.

    pepper jelly

    How to Save a Runny Jelly

    You can make a jelly the same exact way and have one batch that is perfect, while another batch is a runny mess.

    Different factors can mess up a jelly from the size of a pan, altitude, more liquid in the peppers....

    This Pepper jelly will not have the same firmness or texture as a store bought "Welches" jelly. It will be more soft and a little runny. However it should set and firm. If yours does not, read these tips on how to save a runny jelly.

    How long is the Shelf Life?

    Stored pepper jelly in a cool, dark space such as a pantry will have an 18 month to 2 year shelf life.

    Once your pepper jelly is opened, it should last 6 months to a year in the refrigerator.

    If you like this recipe, check out:

    • Pickled Hot Serrano Peppers
    •  Fire and Ice Pickles
    • Homemade Jalapeno Salt
    • Fresh Hot Jalapeño and Garlic Relish
    • Hawaiian Chili Pepper Water
    • Jalapeño Chimichurri Sauce

    *Disclosure: I held the jar lifter upside down when I was videoing. I did not know at the time I was doing it incorrectly. That was a mistake on my part. Do not grip the jar lifter on the same side I was using.

    Leave a comment and tell me what you think!

    Please leave me a comment below if you make this pepper jelly and tell me what you thought about it. I would love to hear back, and so would my readers.

    Also post your picture of your jelly on Instagram or Facebook, and tag @aforkstale with #aforkstale hashtags! I will share with my followers! xoxo!

    Deliciously Easy Homemade Hot Pepper Jelly Recipe

    Beautiful in color & sweet with heat; this homemade hot pepper jelly recipe is perfect for entertaining when served on the top of cream or goat cheese. This recipe makes six 8oz jars.
    5 from 74 votes
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    Course: Jelly, Sauce
    Cuisine: American, Southern
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 96 tbs or 6 (8oz jars)
    Calories: 44kcal
    Author: Katie Crenshaw

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cup finely chopped and seeded Red Bell Pepper
    • 1 cup finely chopped and seeded Yellow Bell Pepper
    • 1 ¼ cup finely chopped and seeded Green Bell pepper
    • ¼ cup finely chopped and seeded Jalapeño
    • 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 1.75 oz package powdered pectin
    • 5 cups sugar
    • 6 8oz canning jars

    Instructions

    • Sterilize six 8oz canning jars and lids in boiling water.
    • Place 1 ½ cup finely chopped and seeded Red Bell Pepper, 1 cup finely chopped and seeded Yellow Bell Pepper, 1 ¼ cup finely chopped and seeded Green Bell pepper, and ¼ cup finely chopped and seeded Jalapeño in a large saucepan over high heat.
    • Mix in 1 cup apple cider vinegar and 1.75 oz powder fruit pectin.
    • Stir constantly. Bring to a rolling boil. Remove from heat.
    • Add 5 cups of sugar and place back on high heat. Return to a rolling boil for one minute.
    • Remove from heat. Skim off any foam from top.
    • Ladle jelly evenly into sterile jars, filling to ¼ inch from top of jar. Cover with flat lids and screw on screw bands tight.
    • Place jars into canner with hot water that is not boiling. Water should completely cover jar. Cook on high heat to reach a boil. Process for 5 minutes,
    • Remove from heat.
    • When jars are completely cooled, check seals by pressing centers of lids with finger. (If lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)

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    Notes

    Scoop one ladle of pepper jelly in each jar to evenly distribute peppers before completely filling each jar. The peppers rise to the top. If you do not evenly distribute them, you will have no peppers left for the last jars.
    If you live in a high altitude, you will need to adjust the processing time. Here is a chart for reference.

    Nutrition- Nutrition info is based on estimation only.

    Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 13mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 7.7mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Auntie Doni

      April 02, 2022 at 11:23 pm

      I made your recipe for the Hot Pepper Jelly and added to my table at our Community's Craft & Bake Sale... I sold out in a heart beat! I got so many uhs and ahs, as well as I haven't had Hot Pepper Jelly in forever, I'll take a jar!
      Mahalo, Thanks Katie!

    2. Katie Crenshaw

      March 16, 2022 at 2:39 pm

      I apologize, I have never worked with liquid pectin. I assume it would work with what the ratio would be what the instructions on the bottle suggest. The habaneros will be fine to add, but will make it very spicy. Hope this helps.

    3. Bela L

      March 16, 2022 at 11:29 am

      Recipe looks very good. Can I use liquid pectin as I do not have powdered? What would the ratio be? Also am using 6 habaneros for spice. Thank you so much

    4. Donna L

      December 19, 2021 at 6:53 pm

      5 stars
      The flavor is delicious but the jelly didn’t set as I would have thought. It is a bit runny. Any suggestions?

    5. Katie Crenshaw

      November 27, 2021 at 3:43 pm

      The extra fruit might affect the thickness of the jelly. It might come out very runny. I have not used fruit in the jelly to know personally for sure.

    6. Lindsey

      November 26, 2021 at 9:28 pm

      Can I add a fruit to it and if so do I need to change anything about the recipe?

    7. Michael Russell

      November 14, 2021 at 2:20 pm

      5 stars
      I LOVE this recipe!
      I bought a hobby farm this year and wound up with a literal truckload of various types of peppers. I tried one batch of this recipe and it was absolutely perfect. SO incredibly good. And since I had plenty of peppers and jars, I made a lot more batches where I played around with different kinds of peppers (the total amount of peppers was always the same as the recipe). One batch was a little runnier than others, so I learned the spoon drip test. Every batch was perfect after that.
      These are so colorful and taste so good that we will likely give this to friends in their holiday baskets!

    8. Betty Rogers

      November 14, 2021 at 1:07 pm

      I have a lot of peppers left from my garden this year so I made a double batch. 6 cups of assorted bell and sweet peppers and 2cups assorted hot peppers. 2 cups apple cider vinegar, 2 boxes of Sure Jell pectin and 10 cups of sugar. It made 12 1/2 pints that I canned and a 12 ounce jar that I did not can, just refrigerated. Once the jars were sealed and cool enough to touch, I flipped the jars over on their lids so the peppers would start to rise. 30 minutes later, I flipped then back over. 30 minutes later I flipped them over again and 30 minutes later back over again. This got the peppers distributed evenly throughout the jelly. From the little tastes I had, it was delicious.

    9. Katie Crenshaw

      November 09, 2021 at 12:19 pm

      I am sorry. I am not sure how to make jelly with alcohol.I am sure it is good, though.

    10. Terrie deLiefde

      November 09, 2021 at 11:30 am

      I love Pepper Jelly! I once bought pepper jelly from an older man who made it with Jack Daniels. Yummy…
      Any thoughts as to how I could make it with Jack Daniels?
      Unfortunately the older gentleman hasn’t been seen lately and we’d love to replicate the recipe. Thank you! Terrie

    11. Katie Crenshaw

      November 09, 2021 at 12:52 am

      You do not add any water.

    12. Rose

      November 08, 2021 at 8:38 pm

      How much water will I need? I don't see water in the ingredients.

    13. Lisa Kubecka

      November 05, 2021 at 3:52 pm

      5 stars
      Ok thanks!

    14. Katie Crenshaw

      November 04, 2021 at 10:00 pm

      I don't suggest doubling it. That could I am not sure how it will set if you do. Sorry.

    15. Lisa Kubecka

      November 04, 2021 at 2:11 pm

      This was such an easy recipe and so delicious. I would guess that doubling the recipe would not be a good idea? This was my first time making jelly so I'm a little hesitant. Is it better just to make one batch at a time? Thanks so much for your help.

    16. Katie Crenshaw

      October 31, 2021 at 1:50 am

      It is supposed to have a vinegar flavor. It isn't a traditionally jelly. It is sweet, but also on the savory side if that makes sense. Try it over cream cheese or goat cheese and you will fall in love with it.

    17. Sarah

      October 30, 2021 at 1:10 pm

      Hello! Tried this recipe two nights ago and decided to open one today. It smells and tastes quite vinegary. Should I allow it to set longer? Maybe it needed to boil longer? Any insight is helpful. It’s my first time canning 🙂

    18. Mark Go Hawks!

      October 27, 2021 at 8:36 pm

      5 stars
      This is super easy and its tastes just like you expect it to. I’m making m second batch in two days. LOVE IT!

    19. PatriciaOchlan

      October 19, 2021 at 1:50 am

      5 stars
      AAAAAAMAZZZZING, Scale 1-10…..20
      First timer for Pepper Jelly!!!! it was sooo delicious, shared with some of my friends, reaction was phenomenal. Have already made
      36 jars in 3 days.Cannot-keep up with requests from friends and family.
      Adjustments with fruit pectin were pretty easy …..I think the 4-5 tablespoons worked well on the large 6 pack of Peppers from Costco….Thank You so much Kate….

    20. Crystal

      October 13, 2021 at 11:13 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great recipe! I like mine spicier so I used 20% hot peppers instead of the 12.5% the recipe called for. I also used some mildly spicy peppers such as poblano and big Jim in place of the bell peppers. It is SO GOOD! It jelled well and all my jars sealed. Thank you!

    21. R

      October 11, 2021 at 7:55 pm

      How much pectin would I use if I use it in bulk? What would the measurement be?

    22. Katie Crenshaw

      October 08, 2021 at 3:38 pm

      You can add a couple habanero peppers in if you want it hotter.

    23. Sherry

      October 07, 2021 at 9:53 pm

      Best Pepper Jelly, have you ever add a little more spice. Would like it to have a little more Kick to it?

    24. Donna

      October 05, 2021 at 12:53 am

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! It turned out great! So nice to always have some in hand to take to a party. Thank you!

    25. Leneke

      October 04, 2021 at 2:24 am

      In the little video the jar lifter is being used incorrectly. The black bars should be in your hand and the curved red ones go around the jars. This way you will be able to easily move jars without the risk of a jar slipping and possibly breaking, or causing a nasty burn when reaching for a teetering jar. (Been there, done that.)

    26. Katie Crenshaw

      October 01, 2021 at 12:07 pm

      I am sure berries could be added. However, I do not know the ratio.... The berries will be juicier than the peppers, so that will change the liquid. If you wanted to play with it, you could substitute a certain amount of peppers out and replace with that amount of berries. Then let it boil longer before adding the sugar. This is just a guess. I can't promise how it will turn out....

    27. Cynthia Athen

      September 30, 2021 at 5:20 pm

      5 stars
      Love it!! Question; could berries be added directly to pepper jelly? I am trying to recreate a cream cheese stuffed jalapeno dipping sauce that I get at a national fast food restaurant.
      Thanks again for the recipe- I anticipate giving for the holidays!

    28. Katie Crenshaw

      September 26, 2021 at 5:28 pm

      Yes, as long as the jelly is filled to the top.

    29. Rachelle

      September 24, 2021 at 10:46 pm

      I used some bigger canning jars and made a larger jar. Is this safe as long as the lid seals

    30. Pamela Webster

      September 21, 2021 at 2:59 am

      This is a great recipe! I thought I messed it up by boiling the jelly too long, but it turned out great! For anyone wanting a thicker jelly, let it boil for 5 or 10 minutes after adding the sugar. Process as instructed.

    31. Katie Crenshaw

      September 13, 2021 at 10:59 pm

      I know it would not spoil in that amount of time.I have done that in the past with jars that did not seal. I read that the sugar should keep it long enough for up to 3 months in the refrigerator if you do not do the canning process. Hope this helps.

    32. Dallas

      September 13, 2021 at 5:15 pm

      5 stars
      THANK YOU!!! I can not thank you enough. I've been having a very hard time with my jelly and getting it to actually gel. I always thought I was over cooking it and having to reprocess a batch 3 times or more before getting a thick syrup and calling it quits. Your tip to cook it to about 220 degrees has saved my life. Turns out for my pan and stove top, even on it's highest setting, that takes about 3-4 minutes of hard boiling. I finally had every single batch of pepper jelly gel the first time around this year. Thank you for my sanity!

    33. Eliana

      September 13, 2021 at 1:26 am

      Hello! I would love to make this recipe but I’m intimidated by the canning process. Could I make this and skip the canning to store in the refrigerator to use within a week or two?

    34. Jerry-Lynn

      September 03, 2021 at 7:49 pm

      5 stars
      Hi I made this recipe I did a double batch I used 2 scotch bonnet instead of jalapeño peppers and reduced the sugar I put 7 cups for a double batch i also put 1 cup white vinegar and 1 cup of apple cider vinegar it turned out amazing

    35. Mary

      September 03, 2021 at 12:32 am

      5 stars
      I had used another recipe for hot pepper jelly in the past and always struggled with getting the right consistency. I have made this twice and it has come out absolutely perfect!! It’s pretty and tasty!! Thanks for sharing!!!

    36. Doris Kochergen

      September 02, 2021 at 9:03 pm

      Andrea. I make pepper jam all the time. Use low sugar pectin. It’s the best and you never have to add so much sugar to this jam.

    37. Brittany

      August 30, 2021 at 8:41 pm

      Great recipe and easy to follow! However. Watching your video i can't get past your using the jar grabber upside down lol. For ease of use, use the black part with your hands and the rubber around the jar.
      Trying your recipe now! Thank you!

    38. Donna

      August 30, 2021 at 5:24 pm

      5 stars
      I made this recipe a couple of days ago, followed the recipe as written. I noticed later in the day that the jelly had a soft set, not a harder set like fruit jelly. The next day, it still had a soft set. I figured I did something wrong, and made the recipe again. I even did the set test with the frozen plate, and checked the temperature of the pepper mixture which was 220 degrees. I processed the jelly, and again noticed it had a soft set. It did firm up somewhat with refrigeration, but not like a regular jelly. The taste is nice, though, and just the right amount of heat for me. Any suggestions or ideas?
      Thanks!

    39. Donna

      August 30, 2021 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      I made this recipe Friday. I waited 24 hours, and noted it had a soft set, not like a fruit jelly. It did firm up somewhat with refrigeration. Thinking I must have made a mistake, I made it again, even took the temperature of the pepper mixture to be sure it was 220 degrees, did the set test using a plate that was in the freezer. According to those tests, it looked like it was ready to process. I followed the directions for canning. This morning, the set is still soft, but the taste is good - the right amount of heat for me. Should the jelly have a soft set, or more firm? Any suggestions? Thanks!

    40. Tammie

      August 29, 2021 at 12:04 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe! I wanted a bit spicier so I just added 5 Jalapeño peppers with a red, green and yellow to total 4 cups of finely chopped peppers. Looks beautiful and tastes great. Will be interesting to note if the heat increases as the jelly "ages". Thank you for sharing.

    41. Andrea

      August 28, 2021 at 7:12 pm

      Cant waith to try this recipe.
      Is it possible to reduce the sugar and the recipe still be safe to can?

    42. Veronica

      August 28, 2021 at 5:46 pm

      Loved your recipe. First time making.

    43. D

      August 26, 2021 at 4:19 am

      5 stars
      This is really delicious! I made a half recipe, it made 5 half pints. My garden jalapeños are not spicy at all, so I added half of a Hungarian wax pepper. (Which are quite spicy) its so good I think I may make another full recipe, as it wont last! First time canning any kind of spicy pepper jelly. i recommend this one.

    44. Gail Cherry 🍒 Bacon 🥓

      August 22, 2021 at 3:03 pm

      This is by far the best recipe
      6- 8oz jars is correct. I've been making jams and jelly for years
      this is the only recipe on spot.
      Perfect amount of sweet and heat. I'm going to try it with goat cheese. thank you

    45. Rebecca Ryan

      August 20, 2021 at 9:52 pm

      5 stars
      Recipe is easy and great, perfect with dehydrated or fresh peppers. Made it both ways.

    46. Katie P

      August 11, 2021 at 1:55 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe!!! I used Anaheim and sweet banana peppers for my first batch and it tasted great on crackers with cream cheese. Next batch will include jalapeños for more kick.

    47. Susan

      August 03, 2021 at 8:25 pm

      5 stars
      First time making hot pepper jelly and so glad I came across your recipe. Simple, easy instructions and tastes wonderful. Will definitely make again. I used red, yellow, orange and green peppers to total the required 3 3/4cups. Thank you for sharing.

    48. Kayla

      August 03, 2021 at 4:36 pm

      How long does it take to be in jelly form first time doing recipe and making pepper jelly so I was just curious

    49. Sarah

      July 28, 2021 at 1:06 am

      5 stars
      Followed the recipe and it is perfect!

    50. Mary

      July 27, 2021 at 6:57 pm

      5 stars
      This is my first time making pepper jelly with the powdered fruit pectin. I have always used the liquid. I love your recipe. Thanks for sharing.

    51. Steven Howry

      July 25, 2021 at 6:08 pm

      5 stars
      I've taken to growing Datil Peppers and have 20 plants very full. I decided to try my hand at making pepper jelly as I have had jalapeño jelly in the past. I came across your recipe and made two batches substituting Datils for the Jalepenos. It came out fantastic. It was so good that my wife requested that I make two more batches! She does not like spicey food but appreciates this over cream cheese very much, as do I. Most excellent recipe. Thank you for making it accessible to me!

    52. Katie Crenshaw

      July 25, 2021 at 12:09 am

      I would think so, but I am not 100% sure.

    53. Cindy Nelson

      July 24, 2021 at 11:08 pm

      If you let the mixture set overnight can you still seal your jars in a after bath?
      I am trying to keep the peppers floating to the top.

    54. Sinnamon

      July 19, 2021 at 6:09 pm

      5 stars
      There is nothing better on grilled chicken or pork (fried or baked works also!)slathered with this jelly instead of plain old BBQ sauce!

    55. Don

      June 06, 2021 at 3:35 am

      5 stars
      Ive made this recipe twice now and I have to say its absolutely the BEST jelly I have ever eat.! Hands down.!! When it comes to the pectin, I use the liquid surgel & it turns out just fine.! I usually follow directions to a T all but the pectin. I use 2 pouches per 1 cup of apple cider vinegar, the peppers, & sugar. Comes out BOMB every single time. (:

    56. Lisa

      April 05, 2021 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      Love, love and a simple recipe as well

    57. Judy

      March 30, 2021 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      I made this today super easy and turned out perfect. I used 6 Tablespoons of Hoosier Hill Farm fruit pectin instead of the more expensive SJell worked great. We love pepper jelly to dip our egg rolls in it and it is good in meatloaf.

    58. Lisa Linton-Jaasund

      January 01, 2021 at 11:54 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent recipe. I’ve made it a bunch of times. Once I added cranberries for cranberry-pepper jelly! Delish!!!

    59. Chef Martin

      December 24, 2020 at 9:45 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe! but I like a little more bite to it. So I used habanaros instead of jalapenos . Highly recommended this perfectly balanced recipe.

    60. Shannon Link

      December 18, 2020 at 12:48 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious! Easy and so pretty and good

    61. Katie Crenshaw

      December 16, 2020 at 8:16 pm

      I honestly don't know. I only make it this way.

    62. Grace

      December 16, 2020 at 7:41 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing flavour!!!!!! Friends and family keep on asking for more. Great on everything.

    63. Marjorie

      December 16, 2020 at 6:10 pm

      How would this taste if I add another fruit such as cherries? Any other ideas for added ingredients?

    64. Mackenzie

      December 16, 2020 at 3:33 am

      Is this recipe for a low or high sugar powdered pectin? I have a package of sure gel low sugar and some pamonas pectin, wondering if either of these will work?

    65. Michael Healan

      November 29, 2020 at 8:09 pm

      5 stars
      I have made this recipe several times and added 6 ghost peppers. It is hot but not too hot. People love it. I have made 5 batches this year and it is almost gone!!

    66. Pat

      November 28, 2020 at 8:13 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe was super easy great for beginners. The flavor is out of this world it literally is the best tasting jam I have made yet. My only problem was I like super hot food and I even substituted with some habanero’s and it still wasn’t hot enough for me but that is a personal preference.so I will definitely be using this recipe again because I absolutely loved it thank you for sharing.I highly recommend this recipe.

    67. Tasha

      November 04, 2020 at 10:58 am

      Has anyone made it with honey and not sugar? Wondering if it will set differently and how much honey to add?

    68. Katie Crenshaw

      November 03, 2020 at 10:29 pm

      I would think it would turn out hot. If you like hot, go for it. If you do not, I would not add them.

    69. Betty Warren

      November 03, 2020 at 10:25 pm

      I have an abundance of the red Chile peppers. Can I de-seed a cup of these chopped and use them? Will they be too hot?

    70. Linda

      November 01, 2020 at 2:50 am

      5 stars
      I made 3 batches! This year was my first attempt and the recipe was easy to follow. I’m experimenting with turning my jars upside down as they cool to distribute the peppers as they jelly sets. I also used 4 oz jars to give as gifts.

    71. Jenifer Linthicum

      October 04, 2020 at 8:42 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is delicious! I only made one change and that was using 1/2 cup of jalepeno peppers and only 1 cup of green peppers. I wanted it to have a bit more heat. It tastes like what my grandma used to make so it's going in the canning binder for future use. Thanks for a great recipe!

    72. Katie Crenshaw

      October 01, 2020 at 6:58 pm

      I have never seen pectin crystals at my local stores. However, from what I can find online, you would use it the same as powdered pectin.

    73. lorraine

      October 01, 2020 at 6:51 pm

      Is powdered pectin the same as pectin crystals?

    74. Katie Crenshaw

      September 29, 2020 at 10:51 am

      Lorraine, I have never used liquid pectin, so I could not tell you how it will turn out. But here is a link explaining how to interchange liquid pectin for powder: https://www.gettystewart.com/substitute-for-liquid-pectin/

    75. Lorraine

      September 29, 2020 at 1:06 am

      Can I use liquid pectin instead? If so how much

    76. Doris

      September 21, 2020 at 7:40 pm

      5 stars
      Just made it and did the recipe exactly as directed. Tasted the spoon and it’s already delish I have pictures but don’t know how to send them

    77. Katie Crenshaw

      September 21, 2020 at 11:23 am

      Doubling might mess up the thickening because the pectin might not work as well. For this reason, I would advise making in batches.

    78. Laurel kostuk

      September 21, 2020 at 4:45 am

      Can you double , triple or quadruple this recipe?

    79. Margaret

      September 19, 2020 at 4:36 am

      5 stars
      I have made this jelly a few times, and each time I have made it progressively spicier (I like a medium hot jelly). I use quite a bit more jalapeños than this recipe calls for. I substitute jalapeño for the entire green bell pepper, and also half the red one. Just personal preference. I just wanted to comment, in case there was anyone else out there like me, who ends up with an abundance of jalapeños and wants to make pepper jelly. I have made pepper jelly with only jalapeños, and it just did not have the depth of flavor that this jelly has, from the sweeter peppers. Love it!

    80. Katie Crenshaw

      September 17, 2020 at 11:40 am

      I have never personally increased the size of the jar. However, Canning 101 states, " If you want to increase the size of the jars, you typically add five minutes to the processing time, though it’s always good to check the National Center for Home Food Preservation website to confirm the time."

    81. Brittney

      September 17, 2020 at 1:43 am

      5 stars
      Can this be put in quarts? That's the only jars I can find in an hour and a half radius. If so how many minutes would I process for?

    82. Cindy

      September 13, 2020 at 8:26 pm

      5 stars
      This was first time ever canning. It’s a great easy recipe. I used habanero peppers was awesome I will be making more

    83. Lorraine Austin

      September 12, 2020 at 11:43 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is super easy. I barely hand-cut the peppers as I used a chopper/food processor to finely chop. I don’t like the jelly too spicy and therefore used a few drops of tabasco sauce instead of hot peppers and instead substituted a half cup of red peppers. Brought it all to a full rolling boil and boiled for three minutes. The jelly was a solid and I ate some with cheese and crackers within the hour. I would call this a red pepper jam because it’s not a clear jelly. Great flavour and it set!

    84. Katie Crenshaw

      September 11, 2020 at 1:26 am

      The heat of the pepper jelly is determined by how hot the jalapeños are. If the jalapeños are on the milder side, the jelly might be on the milder side. The jelly recipe itself is not overly hot. It should just have a small heat, but not so overpowering a child could not eat it. If you want it really spicy, you could use more jalapeños or use a hotter pepper such as a habanero. I hope you enjoy your jelly either way!

    85. ablackwell

      September 10, 2020 at 10:14 pm

      Will the jelly get hotter as it sets. I tried it as soon as it cooled and was good but not hot.

    86. Chick Duncan

      September 10, 2020 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      This is a simple recipe, easy to follow, and takes very little time compared to other canning recipes. I began canning with my wife and get great satisfaction with a great finished product. Further, this end product is delicious on toast, bagels, and old sneakers. We especially like it on lamb. Use instead of mint jelly. I like leaving a few jalapeno seeds in for an added zip. Wonderful

    87. Eve

      September 02, 2020 at 9:54 pm

      5 stars
      I love this recipe it’s awesome just enough sweet and heat perfect.

    88. Katie Crenshaw

      August 30, 2020 at 1:57 pm

      I have never used liquid pectin, but I am told it will work. From what I understand, powder pectin is added before the jelly reaches a boiling point as in the directions. However, liquid pectin is added after the jelly reaches a boiling point. That should be the only change. Hope this works!

    89. Karen

      August 29, 2020 at 12:27 pm

      Can I use liquid pectin?

    90. Sarah

      August 23, 2020 at 6:12 pm

      5 stars
      Super easy, I halved the recipe using about 1c sweet small bell peppers and 1c cayenne peppers from the garden and 1oz powdered pectin. Cooking and deseeding mellowed the spice quite a bit, could have included more seeds or more hot peppers for a stronger kick. Processed in 6 4oz jars, looks so pretty!

    91. Laurel

      August 16, 2020 at 8:34 pm

      5 stars
      So good and so easy, great for beginners. I chopped up some garlic scapes and added it right at the start to give it more of a garlic taste

    92. Emily

      August 13, 2020 at 7:32 pm

      5 stars
      My first canning experience and it was so much easier than I thought! (Of course I did have my husband chop all the peppers!) I substituted some banana peppers and habanero peppers for some of the milder peppers since that it what my garden has produced at this time, delicious!

    93. Renee

      August 02, 2020 at 9:41 pm

      5 stars
      My first time making or even tasting this..It turned out great and taste awesome..thank you for sharing this recipe

    94. Julie

      August 02, 2020 at 2:56 am

      5 stars
      I made a batch today and will make another tomorrow
      hubby said "OMG you nailed It" so I take it he loved it lol
      ty for recipe it was easy

    95. Tammy Gwin

      July 30, 2020 at 6:01 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe. The only one I could find online using powder instead of liquid pectin. I used a slightly different ratio of peppers. The end result is awesome. Thanks for sharing your recipe!

    96. Mendy

      July 22, 2020 at 12:38 pm

      5 stars
      Turned out perfect!

    97. Peggie

      July 19, 2020 at 8:21 pm

      5 stars
      So I accidentally doubled the vinegar. I also added 1/2 cup diced apple and another box of pectin to fix the mistake. Came out great. Thanks for the starter recipe.

    98. Judy D

      July 17, 2020 at 5:14 pm

      5 stars
      Very good recipe and easy to make. I used a grapefruit spoon to deseed the jalapenos. I used only jalapenos from my garden. Yummy!

    99. Pam

      July 14, 2020 at 7:46 pm

      5 stars
      This was my first time making Pepper Jelly. It was amazing!!! We ate it on crackers with cream cheese. The recipe was easy to follow and the house smelled wonderful!! Thanks!!!

    100. Dee

      July 08, 2020 at 8:51 pm

      5 stars
      Easy peasy to make. Hardest part is cutting up all the peppers. Yummy yummy!

    101. Sandie

      July 04, 2020 at 9:36 pm

      5 stars
      Easy to follow instructions and great p)tasting jam made!

    102. Zelda

      July 02, 2020 at 2:11 pm

      5 stars
      This is my first time EVER posting a comment! This recipe is the BEST! So simple and easy yet so good! This is my third batch I make and all came out perfect! Thank you so much for sharing your recipe! It’s a keeper!

    103. Nikki

      December 28, 2019 at 10:07 pm

      5 stars
      This was so quick and easy. Great for gifting!! And we love this all year round.

    104. BECKY D.

      October 06, 2019 at 2:19 pm

      5 stars
      This is a keeper!!! Used all the peppers from our various family gardens and made several batches. Turned out beautiful! We had more yellow, orange, red peppers than green. The jelly set up perfectly. Whole family loves it!! We heat it up just a bit to be able to pour over cream cheese. My kids (28-30 yr olds) scarf down one brick before anyone else gets to it. This is an easy recipe to follow for anyone and such a great show case fir the holidays or anytime!!! Thanks for sharing!

    105. Angelia

      September 16, 2019 at 12:09 am

      5 stars
      I’ve made 3 batches of this jelly using your recipe. The first batch I went with your exact pepper ratio. Next batch I added dried peppers like habaneros with fresh green and jalapeños and it was amazing. The last batch I used all jalapeños. This recipe is the bomb! Thanks for sharing! My family is very happy!

    106. Paula Nichols

      September 10, 2019 at 9:08 am

      5 stars
      I have made this recipe twice I love it but both batches came out different. The first batch set solid and the second batch is a little RUNNY? I'm not sure what I've done wrong on the second batch. Do you have any advice?

    107. Drew Commins

      September 08, 2019 at 8:06 pm

      5 stars
      In the 90s, my parents were big on making hot pepper jelly which they gave out at Christmas in little jars tied with red and green yarn.

      At first, I didn't really like it. Repeated attempts by my mother using different approaches to get me to like it didn't work until I found having some on a cracker with cream cheese was really good.

      They both passed about a year ago and when going through their house, I came across all her jelly making tools. I decided to keep most of them but I couldn't find her recipe since I think she just did it from memory.

      Today, I put those tools to good use and made your jelly since it seems very close to how my mother used to make it. It's cooling now so I won't know how it turned out for at least a while. Hers was pretty spicy so I bumped up the jalapenos to about 1/2 cup.

    108. Jodie McK

      August 29, 2019 at 9:36 pm

      5 stars
      I have been making this jelly for 3 years now. It has never failed. I do play with the amount and kind of peppers I put in, it has never made a difference. Looks beautiful on display. Thanks for sharing.

    109. Kate Preston

      August 16, 2019 at 9:57 pm

      5 stars
      Very straightforward recipe. Thank you. Used only red peppers, (6 of them because that’s what I had) and used 5 jalapeños from my garden but I did not removed the seeds. I also used liquid Certo (again because that’s what I had in pantry). Perfect amount of heat for us. Love it, and it’s beautiful! Thanks again. Processed in canner for 10 minutes.

    110. Katie

      December 20, 2018 at 1:24 pm

      Pepper Jelly has a very vinegary and tart taste mixed with sweetness. I am not sure how that will blend with the smokiness of a chipotle. It could be amazing or it could be awful... I honestly don't know. I am sorry. If you do make it that way and it turns out, please let me know. I am curious now. I have had hot sauces with a vinegar base and chipotle pepper that was good, so I would think it would be good... I just don't know.

    111. Ellen

      December 20, 2018 at 1:09 am

      Could the Jalapeño be replaced with a chipotle or two instead????
      My daughter and I really enjoy the smoky & fruity flavor of them..
      *smiles* have even made homemade chocolate syrup with chipotle....
      Since then have been wanting to have a try at a chipotle jelly......

    112. Kim

      September 08, 2018 at 8:58 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this last night , first canning experience, and was surprised at how much easier it was to make than what I expected. I tasted it this afternoon and it was delicious. I will definitely make it again. I was delighted that all 6 jars sealed!

      I think I see canning becoming a hobby!

    113. Becca

      September 08, 2018 at 7:38 pm

      5 stars
      Just made a double batch, tasted it before it set.. tasted amazing.. made several jars for gifts !!!

    114. Jack

      September 03, 2018 at 10:10 pm

      I've used this recipe twice, first attempt (last year) was pepper syrup. Tried again last week, precisely following directions, again pepper syrup. Both times I reboiled & added pectin, came out fine eventually but 2x the time/effort. If your goal is traditional pepper jelly do one or the other (not both): squeeze as much moisture as you can from peppers before boiling. Or, after adding sugar do rolling boil for 10 min's (instead of just 1 min.) - rolling boil is such that the mixture boils rapidly while stirring. Proper set-up requires a good amount of evaporation, much more than boiling for just 1 min. as directed (step #4). GREAT taste! A big holiday hit. Thanks.

    115. Janet

      August 30, 2018 at 11:36 pm

      5 stars
      This is the first time for this recipe-very good! The yellow peppers and the hot peppers from our garden the red and green from supermarket. Will make again make.

    116. Joyce

      May 13, 2018 at 5:22 pm

      5 stars
      Made this wonderful pepper jelly today....soooooo goood! I followed the recipe exactly except I did drain the peppers do excess water. This has just the right amount of heat for normal people, however, since I like it HOT HOT and Hotter, I will make another batch just for me tomorrow. Thank you for a great recipe. I would have given this a 10 Star!

    117. Katie

      April 19, 2018 at 10:50 am

      If you store them in a cool dark place and properly seal them, they should be good 18 months to 2 years.

    118. Thuy

      April 19, 2018 at 5:58 am

      Thank you so much for the recipe! I'm excited to try this out tomorrow as i just bought the cans today. My question is, what is the shelf life for this jelly?

    119. E Dallas

      December 23, 2017 at 3:56 am

      5 stars
      What a great recipe! Flavors really blend. I doubled the jalapeño peppers and it was still very mild. I'm adding 3/4 c to the next batch for those who like a bit more heat. This makes beautiful gifts for Christmas. Thank you for sharing!

    120. Lauren

      December 03, 2017 at 6:13 pm

      How long does it store on the shelf?

      Thanks

    121. Claire

      November 21, 2017 at 9:25 am

      5 stars
      I made this yesterday and my friends said it was good!It was easy thanks to your step by step instructions and pictures.

    122. Angela Razidlo

      November 04, 2017 at 8:41 pm

      5 stars
      A few years back my husband took up the hobby of growing extremely hot peppers. The first year he grew ghosts and reapers, fatiliis and a few others that I had never heard of along with some that I had: habenaros and jalapenos. By the time we harested those 25plants had produced enough fruit to cover my dinning room table and then some. So while he insisted that he was going to use all of them, only about half of them got used even after a make your hot sauce party we had with 6 other couples in our neighborhood. Needless to say I searched high and low for any recipes that used hot peppers. This was one of those recipes. I add different fruit sometimes and basically follow the recipe for that particular fruit from the ball canning recipes or on the pectin packages. My favorite is cranberry and jalapeno jam that we add hlf a ghost to. Most people are amazed that a ghost pepper has such a wonderful flavor to it once you are able to cut down the heat of it 20 fold.
      Anyway, thanks so much for posting this recipe and if you have never tried pepper jelly I would highly recommend it to anyone...no matter whether you like spicy food or not. Pepper jelly over cream cheese is an absolute must in our house. Even for my 10 yo daughter whom hates anything spicy.
      Well time to go make some jellies

    123. Katie

      October 19, 2017 at 1:55 pm

      Hmm.... it shouldn't be liquid. It can take up to a week to set. Is it runny or liquid? If it is liquid, I am not sure it will set. Here is a site that gives tips on what to do if it does not set properly: http://foodinjars.com/2011/08/canning-101-how-to-save-runny-jam/ If you don't want to go through the process again, you can use the jam as a glaze for things like fish and chicken... It is really great as a glaze over meatballs as an appetizer. Hope this helps.

    124. pamela maishP

      October 19, 2017 at 1:06 pm

      Hi Katie, I made this jelly last night and it came out beautifully. Only one jar did not pop so I put it in the fridge. But my question is this, How long does it take to set up. This morning it is still liquid. Should I give it a day or two.

    125. Patti

      October 01, 2017 at 11:58 am

      Thanks Katie. Appreciate your help. Will be making some today. Will let you know how it turns out. The last batch was really thick, but does have great flavor. Will try it leaving in the juice from the peppers. Will let you know how it works. Have a happy day.

    126. Katie

      September 29, 2017 at 12:33 am

      Hi Patti. This is a jelly, so it is supposed to be thick...however, if you heat the jelly before using it, it will melt into a sauce. It is wonderful as a jelly on cream cheese, brie, and goat cheese served with crackers. It is also good over cream cheese on a bagel. Mine usually comes out a bit loose almost like a jam because I don't drain the juice. If you want yours a little more loose, I would suggest keeping the juice. Either way, I am sure it tastes fantastic and you will love it.

    127. Patti

      September 28, 2017 at 8:48 pm

      5 stars
      Hi Katie. I made this a couple weeks ago. I make rather large batches and use a meat grinder for the peppers. I end up with a lot of juice from the peppers which I drained. I cooked according to your instructions and it looks beautiful but as it sat it became very thick. What could cause this. It will not pour out of the jar, need to use a spoon. Any ideas how to thin it? Planning on making more next week and could use your help.

      Thank you
      Patti

    128. Katie

      September 19, 2017 at 11:06 am

      This recipe doesn't get perfectly firm... So it should be fine if it moves a bit. It will firm more as it sets. It does resemble more like a jam.

    129. Sara

      September 18, 2017 at 8:05 pm

      I made this yesterday and everything worked perfectly - down to the sealing of the jars (the pop of the lid is my favorite sound!). Should the jelly be firm or fluid? The pepper bits are mixed throughout, so there is some 'gel' there, but it moves quite easily. Is this ok? Maybe I'm thinking jam rather than jelly.

    130. Krista Blankinship

      September 16, 2017 at 2:30 pm

      5 stars
      I like the pictures you posted of your family making this together! The instructions are great too, nice presentation! I made this jelly a few weeks ago, it is easy and looks very pretty in the jars. It tastes wonderful, just had some last night on a brick of cream cheese, served with crackers. Guests loved it!

    131. Elaine @ Dishes Delish

      May 01, 2017 at 8:36 pm

      5 stars
      I haven't had hot pepper jelly since my mother passed away! This recipe reminds me of her! I can't wait to try it!

    132. karrie @ Tasty Ever After

      April 26, 2016 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      Hot pepper jelly is so quintessential southern! I've never made it but I've eaten lots of it. Thanks for the recipe so now I can make it at home.

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