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Pineapple Red Pepper Jelly & Biscuit Sliders

Stacey Pirtle

by Stacey Updated: Jul 9, 2023

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Sweet & spicy, this quick set jelly is easy to make on the stove with just a little cornstarch.  It keeps in the fridge for up to 3-4 weeks and is perfect over cream cheese as an appetizer, with crackers and a little Gouda, or my favorite, on a ham and biscuit slider.

A jar of Pineapple Red Pepper Jelly with some on a spoon and some on a biscuit.

What You Need To Make Pineapple Red Pepper Jelly & Ham Biscuit Sliders

  • pineapple tidbits
  • red bell pepper
  • sugar
  • lemon juice
  • red pepper flakes
  • corn starch
  • frozen biscuits
  • ham

A plate of biscuit sliders and a jar of pineapple red pepper jelly

Pineapple Red Pepper Jelly & Ham Biscuit Sliders are always a hit at any get-together.  Little party sandwiches just can’t compare to this kind of Southern hospitality on a plate.  Brunch?  Yes, please!  And Kentucky Derby parties?  Well, I can’t make enough of these to keep the platter full!

A jar of pineapple red pepper jelly with a spoonful of jelly and an open biscuit.

So, let’s talk about this jelly.  Because you might be thinking canning and pectin and jars in hot water baths and a long process that takes all day and… No.  Just no.  I know that you don’t have time for that. And nothing about that would make this an easy appetizer.

Biscuit sliders made with ham and pineapple red pepper jelly

This golden jar of sweet spiciness cooks stovetop for about 45 minutes, quick sets with a little cornstarch, gets poured in a jar and is ready to serve as soon as it cools (or sooner if you don’t mind it warm- which I don’t- warm jam, hot biscuits…  pure heaven).

A jar of pineapple red pepper jelly with a spoonful of jelly and an open biscuit.

Pineapple Red Pepper Jelly & Ham Biscuit Sliders

Sweet & spicy, this quick set jelly turns a simple ham & biscuit into a little party sandwich that no one can resist!
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Course: Appetizer, Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brunch, Easy Recipe, party
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour hour
Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Stacey | SouthernDiscourse.com

Ingredients

  • 4 C pineapple tidbits, drained
  • 1 ½ C pineapple juice from the tidbits, separate out 2 Tbsp
  • 3 C sugar
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2-3 tablespoon cornstarch

Sliders

  • 20 frozen buttermilk biscuits
  • sliced ham
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Instructions

  • In a food processor, pulse pineapple and diced red bell pepper a few times.  Bell pepper should be rough chopped and chunky.
  • Add all the jelly ingredients except cornstarch and 2 tablespoon of pineapple juice to a large sauce pan.  Bring to a low boil that cannot be stirred down and cook on low heat for 40-45 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent from scorching.  Pineapple reduce by almost half and be golden red.  It will have the appearance of jam.
  • Mix cornstarch with remaining pineapple juice.  Slowly add to jelly while stirring.  Continue to stir and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove from stove top and carefully pour or spoon into clean fruit jars.  Allow to cool (approx. 1 hr).
  • While jelly is cooling, prepare biscuits according to package instructions.  When biscuits are done, remove from oven and cool.
  • When the biscuits and the jelly are cooled, assemble sliders by cutting open biscuits, spreading a layer of jelly on the bottom half, topping with a slice of ham or two and adding the top of biscuit.

Notes

Leftovers of this quick set jelly will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 weeks are delicious with cheese and crackers or as a glaze on grilled pork chops.
A jar of pineapple red pepper jelly with a spoonful of jelly and an open biscuit.
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***Pin This Pineapple Red Pepper Jelly Recipe***

Pineapple Red Pepper jelly is an easy stove top recipe that is a quick set refrigerator jelly using cornstarch. It as a jam-like consistency and keeps in the fridge up to 3-4 weeks. Perfect over cream cheese as an appetizer, as a glaze on pork chops or on biscuits with ham. #southerndiscourse #pineapple #pineapplejelly #redpepperjelly #freeezerjam #appetizer

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  1. Avatar photoAlicia

    April 25, 2019 at 7:52 am

    Could you can this to make it shelf stable? Just thinking this would be a nice gift during the holidays!

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    • Stacey Pirtlestacey

      April 25, 2019 at 7:44 pm

      You sure can! Just sterilize your jars and use pectin instead of cornstarch. Just like you would for any other canning recipe! Works either way.

      Reply
  2. Avatar photoBarbara Karr

    May 26, 2019 at 11:58 am

    Can you tell us how much this makes? B.

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    • Stacey Pirtlestacey

      May 27, 2019 at 11:19 am

      Hi, Barbara!

      This makes about 16 oz. Usually more than plenty for a party or get-together!

      Reply
  3. Avatar photoCrystal F

    May 5, 2023 at 9:01 am

    5 stars
    Not sure if you can answer this question. Can the red bell pepper be omitted? Or can it be replaced with something else? My husband is now allergic to bell peppers and I truly enjoy pepper jelly and he did also until recently. I feel bad for him not being able to enjoy it.

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    • Stacey Pirtlestacey

      May 23, 2023 at 12:25 pm

      Hi, Crystal! You can omit the red bell pepper. It won’t be a “pepper jelly,” technically, but the recipe will still work.

      Reply
  4. Avatar photoCher

    May 17, 2024 at 9:11 am

    What is meant by “. . . a low boil that cannot be stirred down . . .”? Thanks.

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    • Stacey PirtleStacey

      May 25, 2024 at 5:03 pm

      Hi, Cher! It’s a low boil that doesn’t stop when stirred. Enjoy!

      Reply

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