Description
A delightful blend of sweet cranberries and spicy jalapeños that creates a versatile candy perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup jalapeños, sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup water
- Optional spices: ground cinnamon or cloves
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries and remove any stems. Slice jalapeños in half and remove seeds if desired.
- In a medium-sized pot, combine water and sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and any optional spices. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Add jalapeños to the bubbling syrup and let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Fold in cranberries and allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until cranberries pop and release their juices.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and let cool. Transfer to clean jars and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Allow the candy to sit for a while before eating to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cranberry, jalapeño, candy, sweet and spicy, condiment