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Flavorful Candied Jalapeño Pepper Jelly Recipe with Cream Cheese and Crackers

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A sweet and spicy candied jalapeño pepper jelly that pairs perfectly with cream cheese and crackers, making a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 10 medium fresh jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (seeds included or removed for milder heat)
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 package powdered pectin (e.g., Sure-Jell)
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 8 oz block cream cheese, chilled (for serving)
  • Crackers of your choice (plain water crackers or crunchy salted crackers)

Instructions

  1. Wash and finely chop the jalapeños and green bell pepper. Remove seeds from jalapeños if a milder jelly is desired. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and pectin powder to prevent clumping.
  3. In a large saucepan, add water, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  4. Stir in the chopped peppers and sugar-pectin mixture. Stir constantly to prevent burning. The mixture will thicken after several minutes.
  5. Lower heat slightly and let the jelly bubble gently for 10–15 minutes. Test consistency by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; if it wrinkles when pushed, it is ready.
  6. Carefully ladle the hot jelly into sterilized glass jars, leaving about ¼ inch headspace. Let cool uncovered for 30 minutes, then cover and refrigerate.
  7. Serve by slicing cream cheese on a platter, spooning the candied jalapeño pepper jelly over it, and surrounding with crackers.

Notes

Stir continuously during cooking to prevent scorching. Skim off any foam for clearer jelly. Let jelly cool and set overnight in the fridge for best flavor. Wear gloves when chopping jalapeños to avoid irritation. Use fresh lemon juice for brighter flavor. For milder jelly, remove jalapeño seeds or reduce peppers. Pectin is essential for proper jelly setting.

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