Zesty Passion Fruit Pepper Jelly
This Zesty Passion Fruit Pepper Jelly combines the exotic flavor of passion fruit with a spicy kick from crushed hot peppers for a delightful spread or condiment. Perfect for elevating cheese platters, enhancing sandwiches, or glazing meats, this jelly offers a vibrant burst of flavor that will impress your family and friends. Made from frozen concentrate, it’s both convenient and delicious, making it an excellent choice for home canning enthusiasts. Enjoy this sweet and spicy creation on toast, scones, or as a unique gift from the kitchen.
7
Servings
429
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Passion fruit juice (frozen concentrate)
11.5 ounces (Thawed)
Granulated sugar
4.5 cups (Measured)
Fruit pectin
1 (1.75 ounce) package (Added directly)
Water
3 cups (Measured)
Hot peppers
2 cups (Crushed)
Instructions
1
In a large 6-8 quart saucepot, measure and add the thawed passion fruit juice.
2
Pour in3 cups of water and mix well until combined.
3
Stir in the crushed hot peppers and allow the mixture to sit for one hour to infuse the flavors.
4
Pre-measure the granulated sugar and set it aside to ensure an efficient workflow.
5
Sprinkle the Fruit Jell pectin into the juice mixture, stirring constantly until fully dissolved.
6
Turn the heat to high and bring the mixture to a full rolling boil while stirring constantly.
7
Quickly stir in the pre-measured sugar and return to a vigorous boil, ensuring that it cannot be stirred down.
8
Allow to boil hard for exactly one minute while stirring continuously.
9
Remove the pot from heat and skim off any foam that has formed on the surface.
10
Carefully ladle the jelly into pre-warmed glass jars, leaving about ½ inch of headspace at the top.
11
Process each jar in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes to ensure proper sealing.
Nutrition Information
0g
Fat
115g
Carbs
0g
Protein
115g
Sugar
0mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Passion Fruit Pepper Jelly?
It is a sweet and spicy condiment that combines the exotic flavor of passion fruit with a heat kick from crushed hot peppers.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to produce 7 servings.
What are the primary ingredients for this jelly?
The main ingredients include passion fruit juice concentrate, granulated sugar, fruit pectin, water, and crushed hot peppers.
How much passion fruit concentrate is required?
You will need 11.5 ounces of frozen passion fruit juice concentrate, thawed.
How much sugar is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 4.5 cups of granulated sugar.
What type of pectin is needed?
You should use one 1.75 ounce package of Fruit Jell pectin.
How much water should be added?
The recipe requires 3 cups of water to be mixed with the juice concentrate.
How many peppers are needed for the jelly?
You will need 2 cups of crushed hot peppers.
Why must the peppers sit in the juice for an hour?
Letting the mixture sit for one hour allows the peppers to properly infuse their flavor into the juice.
What size pot is recommended for cooking?
A large 6-8 quart saucepot is recommended to prevent boil-overs.
When should I add the fruit pectin?
Sprinkle the pectin into the juice and water mixture before turning the heat to high, stirring until dissolved.
How long should the mixture boil before adding sugar?
The mixture should be brought to a full rolling boil while stirring constantly before adding the sugar.
How long do I boil the jelly after adding the sugar?
Boil the mixture hard for exactly one minute after adding the sugar while stirring continuously.
What is a full rolling boil?
A full rolling boil is a vigorous boil that cannot be stirred down.
Should I remove the foam from the surface?
Yes, after removing the pot from the heat, you should skim off any foam that has formed.
How much headspace should be left in the jars?
Carefully leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each glass jar.
How long do I process the jars in a water bath?
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes for proper sealing.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 429 calories.
How much sugar is in one serving of the jelly?
There are 115 grams of sugar per serving.
Does this recipe contain any fat?
No, this recipe contains 0 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving provides 115 grams of carbohydrates.
Is there any sodium in this jelly?
No, the sodium content is 0mg.
Does the jelly contain cholesterol?
No, this recipe is cholesterol-free.
How can I use this passion fruit pepper jelly?
It is excellent on cheese platters, in sandwiches, as a meat glaze, or spread on toast and scones.
Is this recipe suitable for canning?
Yes, it is designed for home canning enthusiasts and includes water bath processing instructions.
Can I use this as a gift?
Yes, it makes a unique and impressive handmade gift from the kitchen.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe falls under the 'Jellies' category.
Do I need to pre-warm the jars?
Yes, the instructions suggest ladling the jelly into pre-warmed glass jars.
How much protein is in the jelly?
The jelly contains 0 grams of protein.
What are the tags for this recipe?
Common tags include passion fruit jelly, pepper jelly, homemade jelly, spicy jelly, and canning.