Spicy Blackberry Jalapeño Jelly

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spicy Blackberry Jalapeño Jelly.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious jelly-making adventure, grab a bowl and combine the powdered pectin with half a cup of white sugar.

2. Step 2

   Mix them together until they’re well blended—this will help your jelly set perfectly.

3. Step 3

   Next, in a saucepan, pour in the vibrant blackberry juice and add your pectin-sugar mixture along with the finely minced green and red jalapeños.

4. Step 4

   Give it a good stir and bring the mixture to a lively boil for a full minute.

5. Step 5

   This is where the magic begins! Once it’s bubbling away, add the remaining three and a half cups of sugar.

6. Step 6

   Keep stirring continuously as you return it to a rolling boil.

7. Step 7

   You’ll want to do this until the sugar is completely dissolved, which should take about another minute.

8. Step 8

   After that, carefully remove the saucepan from the heat.

9. Step 9

   To help reduce any bubbles and foam, stir the mixture off the heat for about five minutes—this little step makes a big difference in the final texture.

10. Step 10

    Now, it’s time to ladle your beautiful jelly into sterile half-pint canning jars.

11. Step 11

    Make sure to leave about a quarter-inch of headspace at the top of each jar to allow for expansion.

12. Step 12

    Once filled, seal the jars tightly and process them in a hot water bath to ensure they’re properly sealed and ready for storage.

13. Step 13

    Remember, once you open a jar, any leftover jelly should be refrigerated to keep it fresh.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy the sweet and spicy delight of your homemade jelly!.