Whole30 Spicy Pepper Jelly

Experience a bold twist on a classic condiment with this Whole30 Spicy Pepper Jelly, the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and fiery flavors tailored for clean eating. This guilt-free recipe swaps traditional sugar for naturally sweet dates, paired with vibrant red bell peppers, zesty apple cider vinegar, and freshly squeezed orange juice for a bright, fresh taste. The gentle heat of jalapeño peppers and crushed red pepper flakes adds just the right kick, while a touch of arrowroot powder ensures a luscious, spreadable texture. Ready in under 45 minutes, this versatile jelly shines as a glaze for grilled proteins, a dip for veggies, or a flavorful topping for your Whole30-approved dishes. Delight your taste buds with this easy, refrigerator-friendly recipe that’s packed with flavor and free from refined sugars!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 medium red bell peppers
• 2 medium jalapeño peppers
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 6 pieces dates (pitted)
• 0.25 cup water
• 1.5 tablespoons arrowroot powder
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Core and finely dice the red bell peppers. Keep the pieces small to achieve a smoother texture.

Step 2

Remove the seeds and veins from the jalapeño peppers for a milder jelly, or leave them intact if you prefer extra heat. Finely dice the jalapeños.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the red bell peppers, jalapeños, apple cider vinegar, orange juice, dates, 0.25 cup water, sea salt, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the peppers are soft and the dates have broken down.

Step 6

Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender. Blend on high until the jelly base is smooth. Make sure to vent the blender lid to allow steam to escape safely.

Step 7

Return the blended mixture to the saucepan over low heat.

Step 8

In a small dish, whisk together the arrowroot powder and 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.

Step 9

Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan, stirring constantly to avoid clumping.

Step 10

Continue to cook the jelly over low heat, stirring frequently, until it has thickened to your desired consistency (about 5 minutes).

Step 11

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the jelly cool slightly before transferring it to clean, airtight jars.

Step 12

Store the jelly in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Serve as a dip, spread, or glaze for Whole30 meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(772.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	372.4

Total Fat 1.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 604.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 56.5g
Protein 5.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85.9mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1483.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 90.4%