Hot Pepper Butter

Transform your condiments game with this irresistible Hot Pepper Butter — a creamy, sweet, and mildly spicy spread that'll elevate everything from sandwiches to grilled meats. Crafted with tangy banana peppers, yellow mustard, and a touch of vinegar, this luscious condiment achieves its velvety texture with a flour-based thickening technique and a final swirl of butter for richness. The optional crushed red pepper flakes let you customize the heat level to suit your taste. Perfect for spreading, dipping, or as a flavorful marinade, this easy-to-make pepper butter is a pantry essential that stores well and shines at every meal. Whether you're canning for long-term use or enjoying fresh from the fridge, this recipe is a must-try for spice lovers and home chefs alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 cups Banana peppers (seeded and chopped)
• 2.5 cups Sugar
• 2 cups Yellow mustard
• 1 cup White vinegar
• 5 tablespoons Flour
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Butter (unsalted)
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional for extra spice)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare your work area by sterilizing jars if you plan to store the hot pepper butter for longer periods.

Step 2

2. Place the banana peppers, sugar, yellow mustard, vinegar, and salt in a large pot and mix well.

Step 3

3. Set the pot on medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves and the flavors meld together.

Step 4

4. While the mixture heats, in a small bowl whisk together the flour and water to create a smooth slurry. This will act as a thickening agent for the butter.

Step 5

5. Once the pepper mixture begins to bubble, lower the heat to medium-low and slowly whisk in the flour slurry. Stir continuously to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 6

6. Continue cooking the mixture for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens to a creamy, spreadable consistency. Stir often to avoid burning at the bottom of the pot.

Step 7

7. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the butter until fully melted and incorporated. If you prefer more heat, add crushed red pepper flakes at this stage and mix well.

Step 8

8. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before transferring it to jars or airtight containers.

Step 9

9. If canning, process the jars in a hot water bath for 10-15 minutes to ensure proper sealing and long-term storage. Otherwise, let the jars cool completely at room temperature and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1925.3 grams (1925.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3445

Total Fat 117.70g	151%
Saturated Fat 61.70g	309%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 258mg	86%
Sodium 7406mg	322%
Total Carbohydrate 602.80g	219%
Dietary Fiber 17.90g	64%
Total Sugars 530.90g
Protein 27.70g	55%

Vitamin D 58IU	292%
Calcium 393mg	30%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 2159mg	46%

*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: 29.6%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 67.3%