Dr Pepper Dixie Jelly
Elevate your breakfast spreads and dessert toppings with the bold and unexpected flavors of Dr Pepper Dixie Jelly! This creative jelly recipe combines the iconic, 23-flavor blend of Dr Pepper soda with the tangy brightness of lemon juice for a uniquely sweet and slightly citrusy preserve. With just a handful of simple ingredients like granulated sugar and powdered fruit pectin, you can whip up a glossy, ruby-red jelly in under 40 minutes. Perfect for canning enthusiasts, this Southern-inspired treat is an ideal addition to buttery biscuits, fluffy pancakes, or even as a glaze for roasted meats. Whether you're a fan of nostalgic soda flavors or looking for something new to try, this Dr Pepper jelly recipe is your ticket to a deliciously memorable condiment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Dr Pepper soda
- 3 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 packet (1.75 oz) Powdered fruit pectin
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Pour the Dr Pepper soda into a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat to reduce some carbonation. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the powdered fruit pectin and whisk until it is fully dissolved.
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
Once the mixture is boiling, add the granulated sugar all at once and stir until dissolved completely.
Add the lemon juice and continue to stir. Allow the mixture to return to a full rolling boil and boil hard for 1 minute while stirring continuously.
Remove the saucepan from heat and skim off any foam that forms on the surface of the jelly.
Carefully ladle the hot jelly into sterilized glass jars, leaving about 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe the jar rims clean with a damp cloth and seal with sterilized lids and bands.
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure they are properly sealed and safe for storage.
Remove the jars from the water bath and allow them to cool to room temperature. Check that the lids have sealed properly by pressing the center of each lid; it should not flex up and down.
Store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 12 months. Once opened, refrigerate and consume within 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 722.3 g | 263% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 704.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 31 mg | 1% | |
*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.
