EASY Sweet and Spicy Habanero Pepper Jelly - 52 Small Batch Canning Ideas and Appetizers Recipes (2024)

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EASY Sweet and Spicy Habanero Pepper Jelly - 52 Small Batch Canning Ideas and Appetizers Recipes (1)


EASY Sweet and Spicy Habanero Pepper Jelly - 52 Small Batch Canning Ideas and Appetizers Recipes (2)Here it is, the myth- the legend- the dream ... The JELLY that is incredibly sweet yet deliciously spicy all at the same time!

It's PEPPER TIME around my house. My plants bought back in May, grown easily in pots are coming in. Honestly, I am not a fan of that HOT HOT HOT spicy nonsense that burns your mouth and nether-regions. That's a game for teen age boys to truth or dare their way into bleeding gums (and nether-regions). But I still grow a plants worth of Habanero Peppers just so I can make jelly.

I love having a few jars of this put up in late summer, but something that can be whipped out at a moments notice. Open the jar, add a brick of cream cheese and crackers and instant appetizers! And not just any... Sweet yet spicy, creamy with the crunch of the crackers.

And MEMORABLY DELICIOUS!

The recipe is easy to follow, not complicated at all and always sets up perfect! A great way to start your way onto the path of jelly making!

ENJOY!

Keep scrolling down for this easy to follow recipe...

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OK... Here's what I did...

Sweet and Spicy Habanero Pepper Jelly


Ingredients

  • 3-6 Large Sweet Banana Peppers (Can use Orange Bell peppers... Even Green ones, but the jelly will change color)
  • 5 Habanero Peppers, stems, seeds and white membrane removed
  • 1-1/2 Cups Distilled White VInegar
  • 7 Cups Sugar Sugar
  • 9 Oz Liquid Certo Pectin

Cooking Directions

  1. Remove Seeds and Membranes from all peppers, rough dice peppers, being careful not to get the oils from the habanero peppers on your fingers... it BURNS!
  2. Put all Peppers and Vinegar into a blender and blend until smooth with tiny flecks of pepper floating in the liquid.
  3. Combine vinegar/Pepper puree with the sugar in a large non-corrosive pot, Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer and allow to simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally (Make sure sugar has fully dissolved).
  4. Add Pectin and bring to a full rolling boil while stirring.
  5. Boil 1 minute. Remove from heat. Put in prepared sterilized jars and lids. Jelly will be safe in the refrigerator for up to 3 months (once opened, only for 1 week). Or use a water bath canning method and store for up to one year.
  6. .Serve chilled to room temperature as you would any jelly but works GREAT as an appetizer/dip when poured over a brick of cream cheese with crackers.
  7. And ENJOY!

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    FAQs

    What's the difference between scotch bonnet and habanero? ›

    Scotch Bonnet and Habanero peppers are closely related and share many similarities, but they also have some distinct differences in flavor and heat level. Scotch Bonnets are typically sweeter and fruitier in flavor, while Habaneros have a more intense heat and smoky flavor.

    What to put habanero jelly on? ›

    This is great served over cream cheese. Try adding it to your favorite barbecue sauce for a little extra kick. Spread it on your sandwiches. I've added it to salsas.

    What kind of cheese goes with hot pepper jelly? ›

    Creamy and mild cheeses are a popular choice for pairing with pepper jelly, as their smooth texture and subtle flavors provide an excellent contrast to the spicy kick of the jelly. Some cheeses to consider in this category include: Cream cheese. Brie.

    What happens to your body when you eat a habanero pepper? ›

    Scientific studies have shown that due to the extremely high content of “capsaicin” (The “spice” compound that gives foods their HOT factor), The habanero pepper is extremely effective in lowering arterial blood pressure in people who have hypertension or prehypertension (High Blood Pressure).

    What is a sweet habanero pepper called? ›

    The Habanada (also known as a Sweet Habanero, or a Honey Zepper) was bright and tangy like a habanero but with none of the lingering heat to distract you from the little pepper's complex flavor.

    What pairs well with habanero? ›

    The habanero, one of the spicier of the capsicum pepper genus, can be described as “fruity, citrus-like, and floral” despite its heat. It's considered an “excellent aromatic match” with bell pepper, apricot brandy, and pineapple.

    How do you keep peppers crisp when canning? ›

    Pickles, including pickled peppers, can be made crisper by adding calcium chloride granules. Calcium chloride does not lower the acidity in the jar and is safer to use than lime. It is used in commercially canned pickles.

    What neutralizes habanero peppers? ›

    Balancing it with an acid can help neutralize the molecule's activity. This means drinking or eating something acidic — such as lemonade, limeade, orange juice or a tomato-based food item or drink — may also help cool your mouth down. (Milk is also acidic, by the way.) DO down some carbs.

    What is the spiciest pepper in the world? ›

    So, for the time being, the Carolina Reaper remains our confirmed world's hottest pepper. The other chili pepper coming in second on the list of peppers hotter than the Carolina Reaper is known as the Dragon's Breath pepper.

    What do jamaicans call scotch bonnet peppers? ›

    Scotch bonnet (also known as Bonney peppers, or Caribbean red peppers) is a variety of chili pepper named for its supposed resemblance to a Scottish tam o' shanter bonnet. It is ubiquitous in West Africa and the Caribbean.

    Which habanero pepper is hottest? ›

    The Red Savina is the hottest cultivar of them all! This is the Habanero that held the title for World's hottest chili pepper for 8 years. With consistent Scoville measurements of 570,000, it is the heat king among Habaneros.

    What can I do with pepper jelly that didn't set? ›

    Background
    1. Step 1 - Empty the jars into a pot and clean the jars. ...
    2. Step 2 -Determine how much jam or jelly needs to be remade. ...
    3. Step 3 - Measure out additional pectin, water, sugar and lemon juice. ...
    4. Step 4 - Mix with the jam or jelly and bring to a boil. ...
    5. Step 5 - Testing for "gel" (thickness)

    Is hot pepper jelly good on toast? ›

    But you are ready for this jelly, because hot pepper jelly really elevates this simple appetizer of toast, mashed avocado, and goat cheese – some of my favorite things to eat, really. Did I say appetizer?

    Is hot pepper jelly good for you? ›

    Pepper jelly is more than just a delicious condiment; it also offers a range of health benefits, from the vitamins and minerals found in peppers to the pain-relieving and metabolism-boosting properties of capsaicin.

    Does hot pepper jelly go bad? ›

    How long will my pepper jelly last? We make our jelly at a ph level that mold won't grow in. Our recommended shelf life is 3 years.

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