Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of Candy Apple Jelly, a delightful and colorful treat that adds a holiday touch to any table. With its vibrant red hue and sweet-spicy flavor profile, this jelly is not only a delicious spread for breakfast but also an eye-catching gift option. Made from no sugar added apple juice and red hot candies, Candy Apple Jelly captures the essence of holiday cheer in every bite. Whether you’re serving it alongside toast, using it as a glaze for meats, or drizzling it over desserts, this versatile jelly will surely impress your family and friends. Easy to make and perfect for canning, you’ll want to keep this recipe close at hand throughout the season.
Ingredients
- 4 cups no sugar added apple juice
- 1/2 cup red hot candies
- 1 package fruit pectin
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine apple juice, red hot candies, and pectin. Bring to a full boil while stirring constantly.
- Stir in sugar until fully dissolved and return the mixture to a boil for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, skim off any foam, and pour into hot jars with 1/4 inch headspace.
- Seal jars tightly and process in boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh no sugar added apple juice for the best flavor. Monitor boiling time closely to ensure proper gelling. Customize by adding spices like cinnamon or experimenting with different juices.