Sweet & Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Cowboy Candy Recipe Delight
Elevate your snacking game with this Sweet & Spicy Cranberry Jalapeño Cowboy Candy—a zesty, crowd-pleasing treat!
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Kitchen Towel
- sterilized glass jars
Ingredients
For the Candy Mixture
- 2 cups fresh cranberries bursting with flavor and tang
- 2 jalapeño peppers sliced, seeds removed for less heat
- 1 cup granulated sugar to create delightful sweetness
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar adds tang and depth
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon enhances overall taste
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger adds warmth and zing
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves offers sweet aroma
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg adds comforting earthy flavor
- ¼ teaspoon salt enhances flavors
- ½ cup water essential for dissolving sugar
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Rinse 2 cups of fresh cranberries under cold water and discard any bruised ones. Set aside to dry.
- In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of apple cider vinegar, and ½ cup of water. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the rinsed cranberries and sliced jalapeños to the saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon each of ground cloves and ground nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Mix well.
- Continue simmering for 10-15 minutes until cranberries start bursting and mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
- Pour the mixture into sterilized glass jars, distributing cranberries and jalapeños evenly.
- Let jars cool to room temperature before sealing.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before consuming to enhance flavor.
Notes
Quality ingredients enhance flavor. Adjust heat level by modifying jalapeño seeds. Refrigerate for improved taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1jarCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 36gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin C: 15mgIron: 2mg
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