Sweet pineapple, bright lime, and fresh jalapeño come together in a glossy tropical jam with the perfect sweet-heat kick. Amazing on cream cheese, toast, grilled chicken, tacos, burgers, or charcuterie boards.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

20–25 minutes

Total Time

35–40 minutes

Yield

About 2 cups

🛒 Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh pineapple, finely chopped

• 1–2 jalapeños, finely diced

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

• 1 teaspoon lime zest

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

• 1 tablespoon honey

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

• 1 tablespoon powdered fruit pectin, optional for a thicker jam

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1️⃣ Prepare the pineapple: Finely chop the pineapple. For a smoother jam, lightly mash half of it with a fork or pulse it a few times in a food processor.

2️⃣ Cook the fruit: Add pineapple, jalapeños, sugar, lime juice, lime zest, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes to a medium saucepan.

3️⃣ Simmer the jam: Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture starts bubbling.

4️⃣ Thicken: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring frequently, until glossy and thickened. Mash the fruit slightly as it cooks.

5️⃣ Optional pectin step: For a thicker, more classic jam texture, stir in powdered pectin during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Keep stirring until the jam looks shiny and slightly gelled.

6️⃣ Test the texture: Spoon a small amount onto a cold plate. Let it sit for 1 minute. If it wrinkles slightly when pushed, it is ready. If it is too loose, simmer a few more minutes.

7️⃣ Cool and store: Transfer to a clean jar and let cool. Cover and refrigerate.

⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20–25 minutes | Total Time: 35–40 minutes

🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving – Estimated):

Calories: 27 kcal

Protein: 0.1 g

Carbohydrates: 6.8 g

Fat: 0.0 g