Homemade Red Pepper Jelly Recipe

Here’s a simple homemade red pepper jelly recipe and a quick appetizer idea using it—it’s sweet, spicy, and perfect for entertaining.

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Red Pepper Jelly Ingredients (Makes ~2 cups)

• 4–5 red bell peppers (roasted and peeled)

• 1–2 red chili peppers (for heat, optional)

• 2 cups sugar

• 1 cup apple cider vinegar

• 1 pouch (1.75 oz) pectin

• 1/2 tsp salt

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Red Pepper Jelly Instructions

1. Prepare Peppers

   • Roast bell peppers until skin blisters, peel, and chop.

   • Mince chili peppers if using.

2. Cook Jelly Base

   • In a medium pot, combine chopped peppers, sugar, vinegar, and salt.

   • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

3. Add Pectin

   • Stir in pectin and boil for 1–2 minutes, following package instructions.

   • Remove from heat.

4. Jar and Store

   • Pour hot jelly into sterilized jars.

   • Seal and let cool completely. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks, or process in a water bath for long-term storage.

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Quick Appetizer Idea

• Cream Cheese & Red Pepper Jelly Crostini

  1. Slice a baguette and lightly toast.

  2. Spread softened cream cheese on each slice.

  3. Spoon a little red pepper jelly on top.

  4. Optional: garnish with fresh herbs like chives or thyme.

• Alternative: Serve jelly with crackers and cheese for a simple charcuterie-style snack.

💡 Tips:

• Adjust chili peppers for your preferred heat level.

• Can also use roasted red peppers from a jar for convenience.

• Works beautifully as a glaze for chicken or pork.

If you want, I can make a super quick 3-step red pepper jelly appetizer recipe that’s ready in under 10 minutes—no roasting required.

Do you want me to do that?